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Geology Hike this Weekend in Sedona, Arizona

Red Rock State Park
Guided Geology Hike

Grab your hiking boots and visit Sedona, Arizona this weekend for a guided geology hike with Red Rock State Park on Sunday January 15th, 2012.

This Sedona hike gives you the opportunity to learn from your knowledgeable guide about the geology of Sedona; what causes the red/rust coloring of the rocks, how the formation of the red rocks occurred and where exactly the red rocks came from. This hike includes the Eagle’s Nest Trail for a great view of the Park and surrounding area.

Sedona is located at the base of the Mogollon Rim, an escarpment that runs east/west through the middle of Arizona. The Rim, which is about 200 miles long, ranges between 2,000 and 3,000 feet in height. Erosion has slowly eaten away at the rim, moving it northward about four miles and leaving behind some of the most spectacular and picturesque canyons and buttes in the world. – Red Rock State Park

More than a guided hike, this is an interpretive experience for the beginner as well as advanced geologist. You will also be able to get some great panoramic views of the park and its red rocks, so make sure to bring your camera! . Reservations, and more information for the hike, can be found at Red Rock State Park. Red Rock State Park is located at 4050 Red Rock Loop Road in Sedona, Arizona.

Tips:

  • Be prepared, this hike takes anywhere from 2 – 2 1/2 hours with close to 250 feet climb in elevation.
  • Make sure to bring plenty of bottled water
  • Wear shoes appropriate for hiking

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Sedona Hikes: Red Rock State Park Offers Geology Hike

Red Rock State Park
Guided Geology Hike

If you are wanting to learn more about the geology of Sedona, Arizona and are looking for a great Sedona hike, don’t miss your chance to go on an educational guided geology hike offered by Red Rock State Park, on December 11th, 2011 at 2:00 pm.

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Sedona Hikes: Geology Hike at Red Rock State Park

Red Rock State Park
Guided Geology Hike

If you are wanting to learn more about the geology of Sedona, Arizona and are looking for a great Sedona hike, don’t miss your chance to go on an educational guided geology hike offered by Red Rock State Park,  on September 11th, 2011 at 2:00 pm.

This Sedona hike gives you the  opportunity to learn from your knowlagble guide about the geology of Sedona; what causes the red/rust coloring of the rocks, how the formation of the red rocks occurred and where exactly the red rocks came from. This hike includes the Eagle’s Nest Trail for a great view of the Park and surrounding area.

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Moonlight hikes at Red Rock State Park in Sedona

Red Rock State Park
Experience Sedona Red Rocks in the Moonlight!

If you are going to be visiting Sedona, Arizona July 14th & 15th, here’s your chance to see Sedona in a whole new light. Moonlight that is, with a very popular guided moonlight hike offered by Red Rock State Park. If you think Sedona is beautiful in the day, just wait until you see it in the moonlight.

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Bluegrass Concert at Red Rock State Park in Sedona, Arizona

Red Rock State Park “Rocks!”
This is one concert in Sedona you do not want to miss!

Visit Red Rock State Park in Sedona, Arizona on Saturday, May 7th  for a fun-filled day of activities and bluegrass concerts featuring the Burnett Family Bluegrass Band & Crystal Ridge Bluegrass Band as part of the Chamber Music Sedona Bluegrass Festival events.

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Earth Day Celebrations in Sedona, Arizona

Celebrate Earth Day in the Red Rocks of Sedona!

Make your plans today to spend Saturday April the 16th, in Sedona, Arizona and celebrate Earth Day in the Red Rocks. There will be two Earth Day celebrations taking place in Sedona, one at Red Rock State Park and the other at Posse Grounds Multi-use field. Attend  one or attend them both, either way you will enjoy the day in the beautiful red rocks. See below for full details!

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Take a Bird Walk in Sedona with Red Rock State Park

Every Wednesday and Saturday mornings at 7:00 am in the months of June, July & August you can take a guided bird walk with a naturalist at Red Rock State Park. Meet up with other bird lovers at the visitors center and enjoy a leisurely stroll through one of the most popular parks in Northern Arizona. I have taken this hike on several occasions and have enjoyed it every time. I have seen a variety of birds including a Northern Cardinal, Canyon Towhee and many beautiful finches. I am still in search of the Northern Mockingbird that will on rare occasions be present at the park in the summer. If you happen to see one, please let me know.

Tips

  • Times and days vary for guided hikes by season. Contact the park for schedule changes.
  • Some binoculars are available at the park. I suggest bringing your own.
  • Bring water when hiking in the park. Even if you are only planning a short hike, water is essential.
  • Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate layered clothing.
  • Respect the park. Do not remove anything from the park and leave no evidence of being there.

To contact the park about schedules, or reservations for some of their most popular hikes, call 928.282.6907 or visit Red Rock State Park.