The Concierge at the Sedona Real Inn recommended doing the route, turning around and coming back. You really do see it differently. Well I just had to do the return trip once more after that too!

This is a short drive, but one that is very memorable. You will get many photos of beautiful rock formations in the Sedona area.

This road trip rivals the Grand Canyon because you get up close to the rock formations. The view feels almost like a 3D movie. Lots of trailheads to stop and go hike for an even closer view. Be sure purchase the parking pass Red Rock for $5 a day or $15 for a week. That way you wont risk a... More

Very nice winding road above Sedona. Great views and some nice places to purchased Native American artwork!

There's really no other word to describe this drive. Worth the time and easy to access. And not one of those drives where there's a long commitment.

Years ago, this was a treacherous and horribly frustrating stretch of narrow two lane road, but it has been wonderfully updated to a safe and fun drive with spectacular vistas at multiple pullouts. Pay attention when traversing the roundabouts for those who aren't used to them. Excellent vistas can be had a sunrise and sunset.

As recommended by everyone, we took the SR 179 into Sedona. It was a great introduction to the red rocks. There were pull overs to take photos. We also stopped at the Visitors' Center and the volunteer was very helpful. We would have been lost without the maps they provided. The road is also in great condition, which wasn't always... More

When one exits from I-17 and drives on SR179, there is a wonderful Forest Service Visitors Center available on the right. Not only is it a great place to ask questions about the area and buy passes for various trailhead parking (yes, passes are needed in a lot of the hiking and viewing areas in Red Rock country), it is... More

Heard about the 179 from a classica american drive book, and was not disappointed. Great views from different angles of the Sedona red rocks that seem to come out of nowhere, and change their appearance and color with the movement of the sun and light. Very pretty area and great drive to take.