Red Rock State Park
Red Rock State Park
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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Red Rock State Park is a 286 acre nature preserve and environmental education center with stunning scenery. Trails throughout the park wind through manzanita and juniper to reach the rich banks of Oak Creek. Green meadows are framed by native vegetation and hills of red rock. The creek meanders through the park, creating a diverse riparian habitat abounding with plants and wildlife. This riparian habitat provides the setting and the opportunity for the park to offer a focus on environmental education. Red Rock offers a variety of special programs for school groups and private groups. There are a number of daily and weekly park events. The park offers a visitors center, classroom, theater, park store, ramada and hiking trails.
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- ARTURO ASanta Monica, California92 contributionsAmazing views and relaxing walksAll state parks have wonderful views and offer good trials to enjoy with family and your dog if you have one. I did not pay extra fir any of the visits I did to the park. My only watchout is that it gets busy early so it help to stsrt early.Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten 28 March 2024
- David and Jeann... TFarmington Hills, Michigan86 contributionsHiking at Red Rock State ParkWe arrived at 10 AM. We listeded to the 2 movies about the history. Then we walked the train next to the Oak Creek, the easy trail. We had hiked the harder trails years ago. We toured the 2 rooms with explanations of the area. We ended with a picnic lunch on the outdoor picnic tables.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 6 April 2024
- designtraveler2015Philadelphia, Pennsylvania72 contributionsGood start to the Loop RoadWe had a nice visit and tour with guide Charlotte today. Learned lots about the native plants and the park geological history. The views are terrific, especially if you do the short climb to the House of Apache Fires.Visited April 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 18 April 2024
- Passenger598114204652 contributionsMule DeersOur Nature guide was exceptional. Jan/Jane was so knowledgeable and willing to share all her knowledge (geology, volancic activity, reasont history, botanical plants, and indigeneous history) and gladly answered all the group's questions. The walk/hike was about 2 hrs; bring plenty of water....highly recommend it..We saw two mule deers!Visited April 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 22 April 2024
- sskrollOrlando, Florida1,123 contributionsLots of FunEven with it being on the warm side there are so many trails to visit- different lengths. Also a nice visitors center with interactive displays and a small gift shop. Plenty of room to park in different areas of the park. Some great picnic sites and very friendly staff. If you go try going in one way off the main highway then leaving a different direction. It gives you so many different views and is a nice ride into Sedona.Visited August 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 24 August 2024
- Claudia IGlendale, Arizona233 contributionsSo much to doThe fee to get in is minimal. Plenty of parking and so many trails to choose from. The trail by the river is easy and the river sounds so relaxing. If you want to cross the bridge you can venture up on the mountain and have some amazing panoramic views from the top. Be mindful of wildlife, we saw a snake (this is their home, we are just visiting). Hiking shoes recommend it’s dusty. If you don’t want to hike there are plenty of benches and a nice visitor center. We’ve been here a few times in the past and it seems a popular spot for weddings. I can imagine the beautiful scenery makes for awesome pictures and memories!Visited May 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 30 August 2024
- Ally1963Chartham, United Kingdom191 contributionsWonderful state park for safe varied hikes.We visited on a warm Autumn day. The entry fee is minimal and there is plenty of parking. Really nicely presented visitors centre with friendly informative staff. The walks are all well marked and set out in such a way you can do a very short loop or venture further. There is the chance of seeing variety of animals, we spotted a hawk, lots of lizards but sadly no javelinas. But they are there somewhere! We would strongly recommend this lovely park which gives a great view of Cathedral Rock.Visited September 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 20 September 2024
- Holly WReading, Pennsylvania501 contributionsIt's a MUST seeI've been to Sedona many time but never to this park. WOW, how did I miss this? It's a easy drive through the park and the views are amazing. Get out and hike and see the sites and explore the park. It's a delight and you'll want to come back.Visited March 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 1 January 2025
- Lori TIndianapolis, Indiana16 contributionsEasy hike with some elevation change and gorgeous viewsPerfect for the novice hiker. Well marked, lots of options, not physically demanding. Restrooms on site. Red Rock views and more. We covered most of the trails without repeating in about 2 hours. Very slow walk. Cost $7 per person for entry.Visited January 2025Travelled as a coupleWritten 23 January 2025
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daclausa
3 contributions
Apr 2023 • Couples
Beautiful place Unbelievable hikes and scenery. We rented a home through AirBNB. Expensive but shared with a friend couple. The scene is heavily popular..so be aware slow traffic and somewhat crowded trails. If driving in bring plenty of food it is a bit expensive due to high demand. We also drove to Grand Canyon , Meteor Crater, Petrified Forest and Montezuma Castle. All within a two hour radius of Sedona. All in all a great trip. Just have to be patient it’s a extremely popular place to spend a week. But we’ll worth the views and hiking!!
Written 21 April 2023
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Claudia10229
Dallas, TX491 contributions
May 2022
I researched the website for the Red Rock State Park and noticed the "free" 10am naturalist 2 hour hike. First come, first serve and it was great. There is a $7 per person to enter the park, plenty of parking spots, restroom and an informative area to learn about the animals (bees, wasp, snakes, birds, etc) around the area. We enjoyed reading and learning in the center before our 10am tour. Make sure you are wearing good shoes, not flip flops.
All volunteers at the park with a few official park rangers. It was interesting to learn from the volunteer as we walked along a path to the Oak Creek river and up to the house. Good views of Sedona mountains. The hike was about 2 hours and then we sat in the bird and hummingbird area afterwards. It was great watching the numerous hummingbirds of many sizes and colors drinking from the several feeders. You could hear the whir of their wings as they flew by.
There were several picnic benches available, so we decided to use that for our picnic lunch before we headed out to another hike. Nice to have a restroom available to wash hands and get cleaned up before hiking again.
All volunteers at the park with a few official park rangers. It was interesting to learn from the volunteer as we walked along a path to the Oak Creek river and up to the house. Good views of Sedona mountains. The hike was about 2 hours and then we sat in the bird and hummingbird area afterwards. It was great watching the numerous hummingbirds of many sizes and colors drinking from the several feeders. You could hear the whir of their wings as they flew by.
There were several picnic benches available, so we decided to use that for our picnic lunch before we headed out to another hike. Nice to have a restroom available to wash hands and get cleaned up before hiking again.
Written 15 May 2022
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natster6
Peru, IL76 contributions
Mar 2022
Our Pink Jeep tour guide had recommended the Red Rock Crossing area as his favorite place to hike. Our America the Beautiful Pass did not work here since it is a state park, so it cost $11 to enter. We found the landscape to be different that what we had seen in other areas. We were able to hike along the creek and do some rock stepping over it. Beautiful view of Cathedral Rock. Would have liked to have spent a little more time there, but we were at the late end of a long day of hiking in other places. There was a wedding party that had come down to take photos on the red rock ledge next to the creek... I'm sure the photos will be beautiful. Nice park area to take a picnic.
Written 10 March 2022
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Laura L
Hudson, NH1,265 contributions
Apr 2022 • Couples
After a couple strenuous hiking days we needed a “rest day” so checked out this state park on a Tuesday morning. They have a display inside, and we reviewed while waiting for our guided hike at 10am.
They have several hummingbird feeders set up & it was fun watching them zoom in & out. Also, plenty of Javelina scat around
We aren’t in our 30s, but this was an older crowd… like old. It was leisurely and Celeste did a great job. The best part was her telling us about Javelina Cantina and taco Tuesday, where we went at happy hour and had a margarita, 6 tacos and chips & salsa for like $20.
They have several hummingbird feeders set up & it was fun watching them zoom in & out. Also, plenty of Javelina scat around
We aren’t in our 30s, but this was an older crowd… like old. It was leisurely and Celeste did a great job. The best part was her telling us about Javelina Cantina and taco Tuesday, where we went at happy hour and had a margarita, 6 tacos and chips & salsa for like $20.
Written 2 May 2022
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W1746ELsimonc
Charlotte, NC59 contributions
Feb 2021 • Couples
This review is specific to Red Rock Crossing.
Sedona is, simply put, breathtakingly beautiful, and the wealth of trails is immense.
This location however, is a private enterprise masquerading as a National Park within a National Forest. It is, quite frankly, an imposter, now charging $11.00 admission. Please don’t let yourself be ripped off, park “up” the road, walk in through the regular trails and enjoy the same view without the “franchise” ticket.
Sedona is, simply put, breathtakingly beautiful, and the wealth of trails is immense.
This location however, is a private enterprise masquerading as a National Park within a National Forest. It is, quite frankly, an imposter, now charging $11.00 admission. Please don’t let yourself be ripped off, park “up” the road, walk in through the regular trails and enjoy the same view without the “franchise” ticket.
Written 26 February 2021
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Bob Kramer
Ankeny, IA327 contributions
Feb 2022
In February of this year, we took a quick trip to the Sedona, AZ area as we had some airline miles to use that had been held-over from the pandemic. During our short visit (5 nights) we made a quick trip to Red Rock State Park, just outside of Sedona. As bad luck would have it, just as we were pulling in to the park, it started raining, but we had come prepared, so on we went. There is a real nice Visitor Center, and admission to the park is $7.00 for adults. We got a trail map, and on we went. In the rain. But, it was kinda neat, because the clouds, mist and rain added a visual to the pic's (shown) that you'd normally not get. Pretty easy terrain, not very steep trails (we're in our late-60's) and the scenery was beautiful
You REALLY need to check out this gem of a park.
You REALLY need to check out this gem of a park.
Written 11 August 2022
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montanaJIm
Missoula, MT2,337 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
If you can find it, GPS takes you to a dirt road that ends with a sign "GPS is wrong-private road". Had to get directions and get a paper map. The park does not honor a "red rocks" pass so you have to pay $7 per person. The trails can be confusing as the names change. The scenery is OK but nothing to go back to.
Written 10 October 2023
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Neelee
Seattle, WA144 contributions
Dec 2019
We did not partake in any of the hiking or "paid tourist activities". We opted to take the loop drive. There were several places to stop and take pictures. We visited on Sunday 12/29/19 so the roads were crowded due to the holidays and the first sunny day in several days. We enjoyed the views nonetheless.
Cathedral was very crowded. We just viewed it from the parking lot. However there are drivers with golf carts to take people to the top.
Cathedral was very crowded. We just viewed it from the parking lot. However there are drivers with golf carts to take people to the top.
Written 1 January 2020
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Al
Lafayette, IN15 contributions
Mar 2022
We got tired of the crowds and parking issues in Sedona and went to Red Rock SP after hearing about it from a family on a Jeep tour. It was the best thing we did on our vacation to Sedona! The trails weren't crowded and the views were just as good as in the main part of Sedona. We arrived for the 10:00 AM hike with the naturalist and it was fantastic. Barry M. was so knowledgeable and interesting to listen to for 2 hours while hiking about the SP. I'd recommend this to anyone interested in nature, geology, & history. Even my teenage son enjoyed it.
Written 25 March 2022
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HSpanbauer
Cincinnati, OH269 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
Well maintained, moderate-easy hiking trails offering amazing panoramic views of red rock spires, buttes, mountains and structures including Cathedral Rock. We hiked 5 miles, including along Oak Creek, and then Eagle’s Nest, Coyote Ridge and Javalina trails. We entered the park on a Sunday around 8:45 and saw less than twenty people the entire time. It cost us $7 per person, so $14 total. There are restrooms, plenty of parking, an educational center and a visitors center. Well worth the minimal cost to have a five mile hike in Sedona with A+ views almost all to ourselves!!
Written 31 October 2021
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Does the state park offer daily guided tours? Please give details for an April, 2020, visit.
Written 28 January 2020
They offer daily bird watching tours that are guided. Cost per person, not per car, to enter is $7.
Written 29 January 2020
Am I able to walk my dogs on the hiking trails?
Written 15 September 2019
Different parks have a range of do's and don'ts. The best thing to do is check the brochure for that particular park. If you go to the Visitor Center they can help you locate which parks are best for dogs.
Written 19 September 2019
I want to fly into Phoenix and do a few days of hiking/exploring with my professional camera...wondering if Red Rock State Park is typically full of snow in mid-March or what to expect weather wise? Do people go to the park in March!? :)
Written 17 February 2019
We were there the 2nd week in January and there wasn’t any snow. March should be fine...
Written 18 February 2019
Should I Uber it for the Strip to Red Rocks to go hiking or would it be advisable to rent a car for the day instead? Anyone know the cost of an Uber/Lyft? Thanks!
Written 26 September 2018
I have only used rental cars and highly recommend it. I have no information or experience on uber or lyft
Written 2 October 2018
I want to go in to see Cathedral Rock and it's reflection in Oak Creek. Is it inside the park or along a hwy. Directions please. Also, is the best time at sunrise or sunset? If the park is only open from 9:00 am - 4:30 pm, how do I get a pass (I don't see a way to get one from the website for Red Rock State Park).
Written 1 March 2018
Apparently Crescent Moon is the place to do what you want. They illegally fail to honor the right to enter federal recreation areas for free with relevant passes. So we didn't enter, complained to the USFS, and so don't know the details of where to go.
Written 1 March 2018
sdorsett1939
Mesa, Arizona
I would like to know how the Moonlight Hike is rated as to how hard to do...what is elevation climb?
Written 27 June 2017
the hike is quite strenuous if you've never done a hike before and the elevation has a lot of switchbacks going up to the final place for the hike and to watch the full moon
Written 8 August 2017
I just obtained my senior lifetime pass to the national parks in July while visiting Arizona. My 19 year old son and I were charged $7.00 each to enter Red Rock State park to hike. The attendant at the entrance gate told us that national park passes are not accepted here because the federal government does not provide any funding to the state parks.
Written 4 October 2016
How long should I plan to spend at Red Rock State Park? can u get close to the red rocks? Which are the easy but pretty hikes?
Written 16 October 2015
You can spend an hour or all day, we did the bunkhouse & javelina trails they were pretty easy. They zig zag down a ravine then back up with a few benches along the way. The views are amazing we even saw mule deer along the way. It was one of the best hikes we did in Sedona loved it there!!!!
Written 18 October 2015
Qual a melhor época para a viagem a Sedona?
Written 11 January 2015
Fui em Outubro e o tempo estava agradável, um pouco frio, céu azul. Mas não sei se teria um periodo melhor.
Written 16 January 2015
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