Oak Creek Canyon Reviews (Sedona, Arizona)

West Fork Trail

Ventura, California

May 30, 2012

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Best of IgoUgo We spent six hours round trip hiking the West Fork Trail outside of Sedona, undoubtedly missing the climatic point that should have made this a three hour hike. Looking back on the sketchy trail map we still couldn't figure out where the turn ...Read more We spent six hours round trip hiking the West Fork Trail outside of Sedona, undoubtedly missing the climatic point that should have made this a three hour hike. Looking back on the sketchy trail map we still couldn't figure out where the turn around point was. The trail is easy with some dusty stretches when the wind whipped through the canyon. The temperature was warm but not enough to want to immerse in the stream had there been a swimming hole but there are eleven creek crossings with cairns to indicate the way.

The trek tantalizes several the body‘s senses. The scent of pines and other evergreens filled my nostrils. Solid yellow columbines and purple violets captured my peripheral vision and in turn, the macro setting of my camera. Leafy ferns and twisting vines provided the quintessential backdrop. Eventually my ears even managed to light on spot where the chirping was coming from, only to find a red-breasted robin in a nest.

Tall red rocks dwarfing the trees moved closer to the trail eventually forces us to walk in the stream. A large monolith curved in the shape of a "C" hugged the water’s edge. Even though the bed was gravel with some larger stones, there were places that were slippery. Groups of small minnows would gather around a particular stone that we could not discern any particular reason but would quickly move if we got to close. Perhaps they were just camera shy.

We continued to the point where a large log had fallen across the scream with plenty more just beyond it. The canyon had also become increasingly narrower. The position of the sun indicated that we should turn around to avoid the possibility of loosing daylight.

A short distance from the parking lot we discovered the ruins of a 1930’s resort. Bits and pieces indicated there was a pool and several cottages. The vines curled around the remains of the brick walls making it such a peaceful scene. A few more photos and we returned to the parking lot for the return to the city. Close

From journal Nature-iffic Hikes

Part: 8: Oak Creek Canyon

by two cruisers

Ames, Iowa

June 21, 2006

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Fourteen miles south of Flagstaff, on the scenic Highway 89A, we turned into the Oak Creek Canyon Overlook. First we walked to the overlook and admired the scenery. This is the smart thing to do, because when you continue on Highway 89A, it drops ...Read more

From journal Road Trip to Las Vegas and Beyond

Oak Creek Canyon

by noplacelikeroam

Full Time

August 28, 2005

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This is an incredibly beautiful drive from Flagstaff, AZ, to Sedona, AZ, via Oak Creek Canyon on 89A. The speed limits are low; the roads narrow, winding, and exhilarating; and the mountain and rock views breathtaking. It is a must-see for anyone, ...Read more

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Sedona & Oak Creek Canyon

by Pat110

Loveland, Ohio

September 24, 2004

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The red rocks of Sedona are another of Arizona's natural beauties and a sight to behold. Sedona is a tourist mecca, full of T-shirt shops and unique storefronts that sell a little bit of everything. There is beautiful Southwestern art, figurines, ...Read more

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Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon

by JOHNTAY2004

BENLD, Illinois

July 20, 2004

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The drive through Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona, south of Flagstaff, was pretty, but there were few places to pull off the road to take pictures, and special parking permits were required. The view of the red rock formations around Sedona was pretty, ...Read more

From journal Week in Flagstaff, Arizona

Oak Creek Canyon

by Vicki Wilson

Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin

March 25, 2004

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Highway 89A between Flagstaff and Sedona winds through Oak Creek Canyon. It is great driving down it during the day. There is a wonderful lookout point at the start where local Native Americans sell their goods and the views are spectacular. It is ...Read more

From journal Week in Sedona

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by aroy

Russell Springs, Kentucky

September 13, 2003

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This is the perfect place to start, we stopped on the way over the hill to Sedona from Flagstaff. Some great points for taking pictures, and when we where there, there were stands set up selling handmade crafts by Indians.

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Oak Creek Canyon

by TNace

High Falls, New York

March 10, 2003

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This is a smaller canyon, but there is still a little hiking. It has interesting sites. Like the others in the area, it has its own special nature. The kids enjoyed it.

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Oak Creek Canyon

by davidmartin

LA MESA, California

January 26, 2003

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The road through Oak Creek Canyon starts at the northwest corner of town and winds for many miles through a rising gorge full of beautiful trees and picturesque Oak Creek. We got out of the car about halfway up to climb down to the creek and walk ...Read more

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by dalefried

Medford, New York

January 22, 2003

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Sedona was very pretty, which is a distinct difference from the other cities I had visited in Arizona. The mountains are gorgeous and there are various points on the mountains that are designated as harmonic convergence spots. I couldn't climb that ...Read more

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