See Rocks

These are just are few of the majestic rock formations in Sedona:

Bell Rock

This regal rock stands alone south of Sedona proper on the east side of Hwy 179. Most of the rock is fairly easy climbing and has a nice hiking trail that offers you a good walk with only moderate effort. Be careful, the trails is used by bicyclists too. Bell Rock is a vortex site and is often the setting for wedding ceremonies.

 

Cathedral Rock

One of the most beautiful and elaborate adventures in Sedona. It is located farther up Hwy 179 on the West side not far below Hwy 89A. Cathedral Rock has two very different approaches. One from Hwy 179 and one from 89A.

The approach from the east starts out as a little hike and becomes increasingly challenging. One part of the journey is over a smooth hump of rock and later you almost have to climb through a crack. Further up you will find yourself perched on little outcroppings and walking sideways up a steep slope that surrounds a small canyon. At one end of the canyon, a little waterfall becomes active during the winter.

From the west side you enter through Red Rock Crossing Park and see a whole different kind of landscape. This approach to Cathedral is farther from the rock and is home to a lovely little river filled with rocks and tiny rapids. It empties into a quieter area that is actually a bit marshy around the edges. As you approach the rock you will travel a little woody trail and climb over river rocks. You feel like you are in the mountains and not the desert! Don't miss it!

Snoopy Rock

Take a look and try to find Snoopy lying on his back on top of his doghouse. Hint: his nose is on the left of the image.

 

 

Two Nuns & The Chapel of the Holy Cross

This is a unique little church that seems to jut out of the side of a mountain, but you can drive most of the way up. The architecture of the tiny church seems to both contradict and exemplify the natural landscape all at once. The church has a small, spare sanctuary that culminates in a huge glass window overlooking the valley below and a little gift shop on the lower floor. To the southeast are two slender rocks affectionately called the Two Nuns.

Courthouse Butte

Another one of the most famous rocks in Sedona. Like the others it offers a phenomenal look at the layers of beautiful rock and the unusual erosion pattern indicative of the Southwest.

 

 

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