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Posted on September 30, 2022
In the Red Rock Country of Arizona, ancient geological marvels surround many of the top outdoor attractions including national parks and local valleys and canyons. The area hosts great golf courses, and scenic drives and hiking trails wind around Sedona on routes that have been known for their significance for thousands of years.
Sedona's dry desert surroundings provide the backdrop to many of the area's top attractions and outdoor activities. As you approach Sedona along the Red Rock Scenic Byway on Highway 179 you may spot several of them, including Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and the Chapel of the Holy Cross.
Cathedral Rock is perhaps the most photographed site around Sedona, and visiting it remains one of the top activities in Sedona. It rises above the red-rock landscape and can be reached by various hiking trails leading up to the saddle of the rock. From there, you can catch amazing east and west views.
Bell Rock is named for its distinctive shape, and Courthouse Butte is further south near the Village of Oak Creek. The Chapel of the Holy Cross was built by Marguerite Brunswig Staude in 1956. She was a student of Frank Lloyd Wright, and her breathtaking design for the chapel includes a 90-foot cross that dominates the chapel and a windowed front.
Inside the Verde Valley, named for the thick green trees and vegetation which blooms alongside the Verde River, ancient Native American cliff dwellings rise up on the cliff faces, energy vortexes re-energize travelers, and vineyards thrive in the high country.
This area also has Oak Creek Canyon, another popular scenic drive with rugged rocky terrain, steep switchbacks, and thick forests. One of the area's biggest draws is Montezuma Castle National Monument, a series of cliff homes that were inhabited by Native Americans around 900 years ago.
If you choose to stay in a Sedona timeshare for your vacation, you are also within an easy day trip of some of Arizona's most visited places, especially the Grand Canyon, which is about a 2.5-hour drive.
You can easily carve out time for a day trip there on any Sedona vacation, and the drive itself is full of classic Arizona reddish scenery and rock formations. There are even tour buses that depart from Sedona and will take you on a day trip to the Grand Canyon.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, many of the outdoor activities in Sedona center around hiking, mountain biking, and exploring these beautiful natural wonders. Hikes and trails take you through canyons, up rock formations, and along scenic byways. A classic Sedona Pink Jeep tour will show you many of the best sites, and the tour guides can educate their guests on the historical and geological significance of what they are seeing.
A Sedona timeshare vacation can also lead to an excellent game of golf. The Sedona Golf Resort goes through the Oak Creek River valley, offering both a challenging par-71 course and great views of the surrounding canyons. Other golf courses in the area include the par -3, 9-hole golf course at Canyon Mesa Country Club, and the original Oakcreek Country Club, which was the first golf course in Sedona.
While this area may be a treasure trove of outdoor adventures, with its stunning natural beauty and plentiful trails and destinations, there are also several activities in and around Sedona for the more laid-back traveler.
The Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village is an artists' community originally founded in the 1970s where you can still pick up unique works of art in all kinds of different mediums, from glassware to weavings to paintings. Its layout is reminiscent of a Mexican village. While here you can also find good dining.
If you find you need more information and context on the history of Sedona, then a stop at the Sedona Heritage Museum is in order. Carefully preserved historic homes, some dating back to the 1930s, make up this museum, which will walk the visitor on a self-guided tour of Sedona's history going back to its founding in the 1870s.
The top activities in Sedona for those with children include hiking the shorter trails near the major monuments and attractions, earning badges at local state parks, and seeing the animals at the Out of Africa Wildlife Park, which is about a 40-minute drive from Sedona.
With lots of trails and natural history around, this is a great location to take kids who love being outside and exploring. There is always something new to learn and discover when visiting Sedona's many parks and historical sites.
Sedona is a popular retreat, attracting those who are drawn to its uniquely scenic natural beauty and the rejuvenating energy that many have found there.
As with most popular vacation destinations, there are highs and lows of the tourist season throughout each year. The high heat in the summer means many outdoor hikes and trails are best taken either very early or very late in the day, and with a local guide.
Quite naturally, then, many visitors prefer to visit Sedona in the winter. December through February is the busiest time of year for tourism in Sedona because this is when the weather is most comfortable.
June through August is the slowest season in Sedona, which can help with making plans, but it is best to keep the weather in mind if you intend to spend a lot of time exploring outside in these months.
Spring and fall are the shoulder seasons and have more moderate temperatures, so they may be a good compromise if you wish to avoid the busiest months in Sedona.
A Sedona timeshare opens up a world of opportunities for fun and adventure. No matter when you visit, you are sure to be amazed and fall in love with the natural beauty and unique landscape surrounding Sedona.
Below are some of the top timeshare resorts in Sedona according to our customers, so see which one suits you best:
Across the street from The Shops at Pinon Pointe and right on the edge of historic downtown, this convenient location has everything you need for a great stay. Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village is just down the road. Kids will love the Camp Runamuka Children's Program and you’ll love the pool, spa tubs and red rock views. Studio, one- or two-bedroom suites make it all happen.
With a great location between downtown and the Red Rock State Park, enjoy the peace and serenity of this beautiful spot. The Resort Activities Program makes your stay fun, but the spectacular views make it special. Relax in the whirlpool spa, sauna or swimming pool. One- and two-bedroom suites come with kitchen facilities, living room, washer/dryer and complimentary internet access.
In a terrific spot in the Village of Oak Creek area of the region, golfers will love being next to the Sedona Golf Resort and its 6,646-yard, par 71 course. Studio, one- and two-bedroom units range from 470 to 1,270 square feet with kitchen facilities and patio or balcony to soak up the views. Let the Concierge suggest the best photo spots and enjoy the hot tub, pool, and free Wi-Fi.
Close to the Schuerman Mountain Trailhead and the approach road to Red Rock State Park, you’re near impressive scenic lookouts, even though the scenery at the resort is spectacular as well. Choose from four heated outdoor pools, hot tub, barbecue area or the game room with the kids. Units range from studio through one-, two- and three-bedroom options, each with kitchen facilities and free Wi-Fi.
The most self-contained of our resort options, you’ll have an onsite restaurant and bar along with swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, sport court, Sedona Spa and children’s pool and Kids Club for the little ones. Unit have either partial or full kitchens and balcony or patio to take in the wonderful scenery, whether studio, one- or two-bedrooms in size. Centrally located, you’re next to the Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village but only a 10-minute drive to Cathedral Rock trailhead.
Sedona is renowned for some of the most stunning scenery and outdoor activities in the country. To find your fit among the timeshare resorts in the area, click onto the resort names above or give our licensed agents a call on 877-624-6889. Otherwise, click here to leave us a message and we’ll respond as soon as we can.
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