Guidebook Sedona, Verde Valley & Northern Arizona

Jennifer
Guidebook Sedona, Verde Valley & Northern Arizona

Food Scene

This is a close excellent place for breakfast and be sure to try a mimosa if the mood strikes!
Black Bear Diner
1041 AZ-260
This is a close excellent place for breakfast and be sure to try a mimosa if the mood strikes!
This is a nice close place to order a pizza for pick up and also grab a few other essentials. Great little place.
Crazy Tony's Cornville Country Market
9420 E Cornville Rd
This is a nice close place to order a pizza for pick up and also grab a few other essentials. Great little place.
If you are looking for a formal dinner spot this is an excellent place and the best haunted hotel dining around! The views are unmatched from this area a mile up, try to get a reservation towards the front windows or outdoor patio you will not be disappointed!
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Asylum Restaurant
200 Hill St
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If you are looking for a formal dinner spot this is an excellent place and the best haunted hotel dining around! The views are unmatched from this area a mile up, try to get a reservation towards the front windows or outdoor patio you will not be disappointed!
Cute stylish winery with an enclosed intimate bar area about ten minute drive from the house. Also lots of outdoor seating in back with frequent live music. Lots of different wine selections to choose from.
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Javelina Leap Vineyard, Winery & Bistro
1565 N Page Springs Rd
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Cute stylish winery with an enclosed intimate bar area about ten minute drive from the house. Also lots of outdoor seating in back with frequent live music. Lots of different wine selections to choose from.
Great patio area for lunch after area hikes! Excellent salads and wide variety of options sure to please everyone. Also great for a formal dinner inside, lots of interesting lighting and art work. Highly recommend as a great overall local Sedona experience.
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The Golden Goose American Grill
2545 W State Rte 89A
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Great patio area for lunch after area hikes! Excellent salads and wide variety of options sure to please everyone. Also great for a formal dinner inside, lots of interesting lighting and art work. Highly recommend as a great overall local Sedona experience.
Super Casual Bobby D's is right next to the main city parking area in Jerome so pretty easy to get to! This is an authentic smokehouse BBQ place and the oldest operating dining facility in AZ! The history of the place is it was in the old Jerome opium den and still has a lot of the old features. The deck seating has great views of the Verde Valley as well!
Bobby D's BBQ
119 Jerome Ave
Super Casual Bobby D's is right next to the main city parking area in Jerome so pretty easy to get to! This is an authentic smokehouse BBQ place and the oldest operating dining facility in AZ! The history of the place is it was in the old Jerome opium den and still has a lot of the old features. The deck seating has great views of the Verde Valley as well!
So there is a lot of controversy about Canyon Breeze on Yelp about being touristy etc. It has a fantastic patio view of the red rocks and is in the main tourist area, but I always bring friends and family coming to Sedona for the first time to this restaurant. It has been consistently good for us, impressive view it is a little pricey to reflect the desirable location so something to keep in mind. Restrooms are clean and it is relaxing. It is not fine dining but provides a consistent experience.
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Canyon Breeze Restaurant
300 AZ-89A
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So there is a lot of controversy about Canyon Breeze on Yelp about being touristy etc. It has a fantastic patio view of the red rocks and is in the main tourist area, but I always bring friends and family coming to Sedona for the first time to this restaurant. It has been consistently good for us, impressive view it is a little pricey to reflect the desirable location so something to keep in mind. Restrooms are clean and it is relaxing. It is not fine dining but provides a consistent experience.
Want to get out for an adults night on the town? This is the only casino in the area, it has a bar, restaurants and typical Arizona Casino type experience. If you decide to eat, the buffet is so/so but edible, great place to go for people watching and relaxing fun evening.
Johnny Rockets
555 W Middle Verde Rd
Want to get out for an adults night on the town? This is the only casino in the area, it has a bar, restaurants and typical Arizona Casino type experience. If you decide to eat, the buffet is so/so but edible, great place to go for people watching and relaxing fun evening.
This is always a great place to eat and relax after a day of shopping. Try the cheese pretzels 🥨 OMG!
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Oak Creek Brewery and Grill
336 AZ-179
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This is always a great place to eat and relax after a day of shopping. Try the cheese pretzels 🥨 OMG!
This is a must do if you enjoy fine dining. This is John McCains (RIP) favorite restaurant. Get reservations and ask for the corner table it sits right over Oak Creek. Bar is also a lot of fun!
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Up the Creek Bistro Wine Bar
1975 N Page Springs Rd
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This is a must do if you enjoy fine dining. This is John McCains (RIP) favorite restaurant. Get reservations and ask for the corner table it sits right over Oak Creek. Bar is also a lot of fun!
Great local and tourist hang out good to grab a drink indoor/outdoor bar, fire pit, patio dining, great food it has it all and definitely one of our Cottonwood hot spots!
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Pizzeria Bocce
1060 N Main St
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Great local and tourist hang out good to grab a drink indoor/outdoor bar, fire pit, patio dining, great food it has it all and definitely one of our Cottonwood hot spots!

Parks & Nature

Red Rock Crossing at Crescent Moon Ranch is a great local hike at base of Chapel Rock/ Oak Creek. Headi North on 89A turn right on Red Rock Crossing Rd and follow signs!. Great to see the old time Sedona Ranch Style living, the Vortex, Picnic area, Hiking, & swimming holes all rolled into one. For a more private beach, make the 40 min walk to Buddha Beach which is right at the base of Chapel Rock, you will feel a stronger vortex vibe here with lots of carin's (stacked rocks). In warmer months make sure you arrive early as the park fills up fast and there will be restricted access to cars when full. If you look close in the trees you maybe able to spot a Chuckwalla (Iguana Family).
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Red Rock Crossing Vortex
Templeton Trail
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Red Rock Crossing at Crescent Moon Ranch is a great local hike at base of Chapel Rock/ Oak Creek. Headi North on 89A turn right on Red Rock Crossing Rd and follow signs!. Great to see the old time Sedona Ranch Style living, the Vortex, Picnic area, Hiking, & swimming holes all rolled into one. For a more private beach, make the 40 min walk to Buddha Beach which is right at the base of Chapel Rock, you will feel a stronger vortex vibe here with lots of carin's (stacked rocks). In warmer months make sure you arrive early as the park fills up fast and there will be restricted access to cars when full. If you look close in the trees you maybe able to spot a Chuckwalla (Iguana Family).
Slide Rock is a must do if you have kids but be prepared for the line of traffic going from and too and you have to be organized and get there early otherwise there is a long wait. Its just so worth it for all with the sliding red rocks, the cool fresh Oak Creek Mountain Water etc. Beautiful views and close trees make this entire drive from Sedona to Flagstaff amazing! If you make it an early day, take the drive up to Flagstaff for lunch or dinner.
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Slide Rock State Park
6871 AZ-89A
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Slide Rock is a must do if you have kids but be prepared for the line of traffic going from and too and you have to be organized and get there early otherwise there is a long wait. Its just so worth it for all with the sliding red rocks, the cool fresh Oak Creek Mountain Water etc. Beautiful views and close trees make this entire drive from Sedona to Flagstaff amazing! If you make it an early day, take the drive up to Flagstaff for lunch or dinner.
Amazing rock/cinder cone formations Volcanic "Hoo Doos" . This is seriously like you went to mars for the day. The hike is only 1.5 miles, you come to a ladder, definitely climb the ladder as the amazing site of the Hoo Doos is at the top, Bring a lot of water and snacks there is nothing right there except you and nature! This hike is fairly level and good for kids, not small toddlers. Anyone who can climib a ladder should be able to enjoy the main site at the end as well.
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Red Mountain Trail
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Amazing rock/cinder cone formations Volcanic "Hoo Doos" . This is seriously like you went to mars for the day. The hike is only 1.5 miles, you come to a ladder, definitely climb the ladder as the amazing site of the Hoo Doos is at the top, Bring a lot of water and snacks there is nothing right there except you and nature! This hike is fairly level and good for kids, not small toddlers. Anyone who can climib a ladder should be able to enjoy the main site at the end as well.
The Fatman's loop is a really pretty, but steep trail and has pretty views along the way. This will get you buns of steel, this is a moderate to difficult hike, would not attempt if out of shape as once you get up there you basically have to finish the hike. Lots of steps, rocks, trees obstacles, little look out points. Very fun!
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Fatman's Loop Trail
5098 US-89
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The Fatman's loop is a really pretty, but steep trail and has pretty views along the way. This will get you buns of steel, this is a moderate to difficult hike, would not attempt if out of shape as once you get up there you basically have to finish the hike. Lots of steps, rocks, trees obstacles, little look out points. Very fun!
This is a beautiful local park with great views, lakes and fishing.
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死馬牧場州立公園
675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd
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This is a beautiful local park with great views, lakes and fishing.
You have to check this out if visiting Sedona. Great views, easy hike up to challenging hike if you decide to go all the way to the top.
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Bell Rock
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You have to check this out if visiting Sedona. Great views, easy hike up to challenging hike if you decide to go all the way to the top.

Sightseeing

Montezuma Castle is an iconic local castle ruins built into the side of the mountain. Very relaxing walk with lots of trees and shade from main entrance. If you in the area, you should not miss!
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Montezuma Castle National Monument
Montezuma Castle Road
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Montezuma Castle is an iconic local castle ruins built into the side of the mountain. Very relaxing walk with lots of trees and shade from main entrance. If you in the area, you should not miss!
My suggestion for this stop on your Sedona tour, is go all the way to the top and there is plenty of parking and also is a fantastic Sedona view with view masters available for rent. There is a small parking fee but it helps maintain the area. Great to have the best Sedona view & to take large groups and families as well for a romantic spot. On the way back down the hill, there is a really small parking area, try to squeeze in if you can and a very short hike up the hill is the Airport Mesa Vortex site which is marked with Carins (Stacked Rocks). This is also another stunning area to catch full Sedona views but from the opposite side. You will not want to miss these incredible views!
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機場梅薩
483 Airport Rd
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My suggestion for this stop on your Sedona tour, is go all the way to the top and there is plenty of parking and also is a fantastic Sedona view with view masters available for rent. There is a small parking fee but it helps maintain the area. Great to have the best Sedona view & to take large groups and families as well for a romantic spot. On the way back down the hill, there is a really small parking area, try to squeeze in if you can and a very short hike up the hill is the Airport Mesa Vortex site which is marked with Carins (Stacked Rocks). This is also another stunning area to catch full Sedona views but from the opposite side. You will not want to miss these incredible views!
On a hot day, dress for the cold as it's super chill in the Lava River Cave. This is approximately .75 mile long lave tube. Take the family, make sure you have a headlamp and are dressed warm and give it a go!
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Lava River Cave
171B Forest Rd
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On a hot day, dress for the cold as it's super chill in the Lava River Cave. This is approximately .75 mile long lave tube. Take the family, make sure you have a headlamp and are dressed warm and give it a go!
Wupatki is a pretty long drive from civilization, however, amazing to drive past the sunset crater with all the black lava flows and lots of beautiful nature in route and there is a nice visitors center with snacks and rest rooms and the site itself is worth seeing especially if you like ancient civilizations.
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Wupatki National Monument
25137 North Wupatki Lane
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Wupatki is a pretty long drive from civilization, however, amazing to drive past the sunset crater with all the black lava flows and lots of beautiful nature in route and there is a nice visitors center with snacks and rest rooms and the site itself is worth seeing especially if you like ancient civilizations.
This is by far my favorite local hang out. Amazing shopping, artists, food and views as well as some fun tourists things to do like visit one of the most haunted hotels in America the Jerome Grande. Pro tip is either take an Uber/Lyft or get there early parking can be a challenge at times!
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Jerome
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This is by far my favorite local hang out. Amazing shopping, artists, food and views as well as some fun tourists things to do like visit one of the most haunted hotels in America the Jerome Grande. Pro tip is either take an Uber/Lyft or get there early parking can be a challenge at times!
This is a must see if you are interested in copper and the heritage of the area. Beautiful impressive museum.
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Arizona Copper Art Museum
849 Main St
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This is a must see if you are interested in copper and the heritage of the area. Beautiful impressive museum.
If you love donkey’s and old west mining towns go here you won’t regret it! Make sure you do not stop along the roads and feed or approach the Donkey’s from the car. Go into town and get the hay cubes to walk around and feed them in town. Get there EARLY! Parking is limited . Home of Internationally famous “Walter The Orphan Donkey”. This is a few hour drive from Sedona area.
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Oatman
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If you love donkey’s and old west mining towns go here you won’t regret it! Make sure you do not stop along the roads and feed or approach the Donkey’s from the car. Go into town and get the hay cubes to walk around and feed them in town. Get there EARLY! Parking is limited . Home of Internationally famous “Walter The Orphan Donkey”. This is a few hour drive from Sedona area.

Getting Around

Really close to Zen Jen Sedona/Cornville/Jerome is a great local bike shop to rent your bike for your many local adventures!
Verde Valley Bicycle Company
743 N Main St
Really close to Zen Jen Sedona/Cornville/Jerome is a great local bike shop to rent your bike for your many local adventures!

Drinks & Nightlife

Welcome to Old Town Cottonwood, which is the new "it" spot of the area and located just five minute drive away, and if you like to bike, it is easily within biking distance as well. So much to choose from drinks and restaurants, to shopping and just general tourist area. Definitely worth a stop on your trip!
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Old Town Cottonwood
281 N Main St
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Welcome to Old Town Cottonwood, which is the new "it" spot of the area and located just five minute drive away, and if you like to bike, it is easily within biking distance as well. So much to choose from drinks and restaurants, to shopping and just general tourist area. Definitely worth a stop on your trip!
Just opened Oct 6,2023 this is a must see winery, with interior and patio seating and a bar area, gift shop, funicular, gelato, outdoor open air space and hilltops vines and greenhouse. Food is very good, still working out a few kinks in the kitchen but would surgery spending an afternoon or evening the red rock views from the patio are amazing!
Merkin Vineyards Hilltop Winery & Trattoria
Just opened Oct 6,2023 this is a must see winery, with interior and patio seating and a bar area, gift shop, funicular, gelato, outdoor open air space and hilltops vines and greenhouse. Food is very good, still working out a few kinks in the kitchen but would surgery spending an afternoon or evening the red rock views from the patio are amazing!
This is a fun usually pretty hopping bar with locals and tourists which all makes for a nice mix of people in a fun free atmosphere and oh did I mention it’s haunted?
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Spirit Room
166 Main St
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This is a fun usually pretty hopping bar with locals and tourists which all makes for a nice mix of people in a fun free atmosphere and oh did I mention it’s haunted?
This is a really cute place with a nice upscale restoration which has really nice drinks and food. Awesome red rock and valley views if you can get a seat new the window. Great to have lunch grab food and drink and relax and people watch all the Jerome area shoppers.
The Clinkscale
This is a really cute place with a nice upscale restoration which has really nice drinks and food. Awesome red rock and valley views if you can get a seat new the window. Great to have lunch grab food and drink and relax and people watch all the Jerome area shoppers.

Shopping

Check out Sedona Digs in Village of Oak Creek for fantastic local handmade furnishings. Recommend taking the back way on Beaverhead Flat Road from Cornville Rd to 179 for great views and less traffic then heading north on 89A and making the loop. Also while exploring this area's shops there is a really good local IGA noted here to pick up provisions on your way back to Cornville.
Sedona Digs Furniture
6101 AZ-179
Check out Sedona Digs in Village of Oak Creek for fantastic local handmade furnishings. Recommend taking the back way on Beaverhead Flat Road from Cornville Rd to 179 for great views and less traffic then heading north on 89A and making the loop. Also while exploring this area's shops there is a really good local IGA noted here to pick up provisions on your way back to Cornville.
This is a must see shopping area in Sedona. Lots to see and eat as well in a beautiful outdoor shopping area.
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Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village
336 AZ-179
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This is a must see shopping area in Sedona. Lots to see and eat as well in a beautiful outdoor shopping area.
This has so many options from nice outdoor statues and pots to art work, tourist items, soaps, rugs, decor, novelty too much to list! Definitely a great place to stop on your way out of Sedona and pick up a few more things for yourself or friends and family.
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Son Silver West Gallery
1476 AZ-179
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This has so many options from nice outdoor statues and pots to art work, tourist items, soaps, rugs, decor, novelty too much to list! Definitely a great place to stop on your way out of Sedona and pick up a few more things for yourself or friends and family.
So much here cool local art, rocks, novelty definitely worth a visit if downtown Cottonwood!
Hart of AZ Art Gallery
1017 N Main St
So much here cool local art, rocks, novelty definitely worth a visit if downtown Cottonwood!

Essentials

About 10 minutes from our location, you have everything you could possibly need in terms of food/provisions.
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Safeway
1635 E Cottonwood St
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About 10 minutes from our location, you have everything you could possibly need in terms of food/provisions.
Webers is a good place to pick up everything you need for food and pharmacy type item on your way home from hiking the Village of Oak Creek area. Easy to get to right off of 179 take the Verde Valley School Road exit it is really close to the traffic circle.
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Clark’s Market & Pharmacy, Sedona
100 Verde Valley School Rd
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Webers is a good place to pick up everything you need for food and pharmacy type item on your way home from hiking the Village of Oak Creek area. Easy to get to right off of 179 take the Verde Valley School Road exit it is really close to the traffic circle.