Nothing is as captivating as a gorgeous sunrise or sunset among the red rocks of Sedona! In this post we'll help you find some amazing spots to enjoy a sunrise or sunset.
Let's begin at a lovely and relaxed location to watch the sunset, the Redwall Lounge! Situated in West Sedona, this spot boasts a wonderful patio offering views of the red rocks and serving delightful cocktails. Below is a picture of Sean and I celebrating New Year's Eve and Sean's birthday there last year. It's always a great experience and amazing views!
Another easy spot to catch a sunset is the Airport Mesa overlook. Also located in West Sedona, this viewing area located at the top of the Airport Mesa boasts a large parking area (go past the smaller parking area to the top of the hill to a large lot, $3 to park). Added bonus: Mesa Grill is also right there, grab dinner and a sunset!
For a peaceful, spiritual experience make your way to the Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park. This traditional Buddhist destination for mindfulness, prayer, and meditation is open to everyone and offers a serene environment to catch a sunrise or sunset. Please see their website for more information and visitor guidelines.
Next on our list is Bell Rock, another destination that is easily accessible via a short trail and the red rocks simply glow during the sunset hour. While parking might be a challenge, it is worth the wait (or take the Sedona Shuttle!). This is also a popular place for photographers to do sunset shoots, if you need a recommendation check out Lisa Garrett Photography. She did our family pictures recently and they came out just gorgeous.
My mom and I at Bell Rock Trailhead!
If you're up for an early morning challenge, head to Sedona's iconic Devil's Bridge. Sunrise here is simply amazing and is often not as busy as other times of day. We hike this often, but recently went out for sunrise and it was such a difference and exhilarating experience.
In the same area as Devil's Bridge is Doe Mountain, which offers another stunning red rock view during sunrise or sunset. Although this trail is short, it involves a little bit of scrambling to get to the views. Once you get up to the top you are rewarded with amazing vistas in all directions and going back is downhill!
Last on our list is Schnebly Hill, getting to the vista viewing area requires a long hike, Jeep Tour, high clearance 4x4 vehicle, or an ATV but the view from the top is epic. We generally do this trail with our Jeep Wrangler and it is a pretty simple trail if you've driven off-road before, just be prepared to be bumped around. If you left your rig at home, you can find a Jeep tour to be your guide or rent an ATV and explore the area on your own.
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