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Gateway To Sedona brings you the information you need for your Sedona, Arizona, vacation, with feature stories and events presented in photo-essay style. It's a great place to find the best Sedona hotels and lodging, tours, golf and attractions, real estate and shopping, with things to do and see from the Verde Valley to the Grand Canyon. You'll find exquisite Sedona photos and information-packed articles you can share with friends and family.
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Sedona, Arizona, also referred to as Red Rock Country, is a fabulous Southwest vacation destination rich in history, nature, geology, archaeology, and art. Surrounded by national forest in Northern Arizona, its main attraction is its striking red-rock landscape, characterized by magnificent red sandstone formations. At sunset, the "Red Rocks of Sedona" appear to shimmer with brilliant red-orange hues. Famous red-rock formations include Coffeepot Rock, Bell Rock, Cathedral Rock, Chimney Rock and Snoopy Rock. Cathedral Rock at Red Rock Crossing is the most photographed place in Sedona.
Adjacent to Sedona is Oak Creek Canyon, a 16 mile stretch along Oak Creek through towering, red canyon walls. The beauty, greenery and coolness of the creek attracts thousands of visitors each year, with Slide Rock State Park, a natural waterslide, the biggest summer attraction. There are some top hiking trails here, such as West Fork, and visitors enjoy the great trout fishing and camping too. In fact, Highway 89A along Oak Creek Canyon offers visitors one of the most scenic drives in the country.
Spiritual seekers come here from all over the world, attracted to what many believe are energetic places known as the Sedona vortex. Many stay in Sedona because it is a central hub to the best sightseeing opportunities in the area, including national monuments and geographic wonders like Lake Powell and The Grand Canyon.
Visitors to Sedona have a great choice of sightseeing and activities. There are several world class golf courses and spas, fun and educational jeep tours (a perfect family activity), tours to ancient ruins, and hiking and mountain biking trails that wind through what USA Weekend Magazine declared "The Most Beautiful Place in America.” In addition, Trip Advisor® announced that Sedona has won fifth place in its top ten Travelers' Choice US Destinations. Always of interest to tourists is the amazing Chapel of the Holy Cross, an architectural masterpiece built right into the red rocks. Or, just a short ride from Sedona, you can visit Montezuma Castle and Tuzigoot National Monument, incredible examples of ancient Sinagua Indian dwellings. You'll find great Sedona AZ photos that you can send as postcards, maps and the latest local weather forecast, and helpful articles throughout our pages. Our Sedona calendar of events is second to none when it comes to finding the latest information about local festivals, art shows, lectures and entertainment. Use the search at the top of this page if you're looking for specific information, or if you can’t find just what you want, please contact us.

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Latest Sedona News and Articles
Sedona Rouge Hotel Hosts a Spa Soiree Come and celebrate the holiday season with a Spa Soiree at the Spa at Sedona Rouge, Thursday, December 10. The event will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and features a sampling of spa services, wellness educators, entertainment, wine, and hors d'oeuvres. (More...)
Tlaquepaque Celebrates the Festival of Trees A Christmas tree bedecked with brightly painted recycled light bulbs of every kind? A splendid "angel tree" made of scrap roofing tin for protruding wings? Or how about a tree resembling a saguaro cactus decorated with chili pepper lights and intricately handcrafted gourds? What gives? It's Tlaquepaque's Festival of Trees, back for a second year. (More...)
Annual Festival of Lights at Tlaquepaque December in Sedona is a magical time. Especially at the beautiful Mexican-style village that is the Art and Soul of Sedona - Tlaquepaque. It's hard to describe what it feels like to be in the midst of 6,000 golden-hued luminarias that punctuate every wall, balcony, patio, and cobbled stone walkway in the arts village. (More...)
Evening Sky Tours Hosts the Sedona Times Star Party Experience Sedona's brilliant star-filled sky through giant custom telescopes with Evening Sky Tours on November 8, from 7-8:30 p.m. (More...)
Gateway To Sedona Editor Terree Duncan Writes About Sedona Area Attractions Editor Terree Duncan has worked with Gateway To Sedona since 2005, writing about Sedona's wealth of attractions and beautifully formatting each presentation for an entertaining, online reading experience. She offers her article writing expertise to help Sedona businesses attract online visitors. (More...)
Realtor Barbara Baker Reports On Foreclosure Market Foreclosures in Sedona? It’s difficult to believe those two words would ever be uttered in the same sentence. But like the rest of the country, the scenic red rock real estate of Sedona has not been spared. (More...)
Sedona Film Festival Presents The Messenger Critics and audiences around the world have raved about "The Messenger" which made its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.
Ben Foster and Woody Harrelson star in this compelling, powerful new drama which premieres in Sedona on Tuesday, November 10. (More...)
Gateway To Sedona Online Magazine and Directory Promoting Sedona Arizona Since 2002 The first versions of Gateway To Sedona featured various-sized rectangular sections, modeling after some popular print magazines, and the big "GS" was inspired by the big "O" from Oprah Magazine. It was fun for the publishers to see the old Gateway To Sedona while searching the Wayback Machine. (More...)
The Wooded Paradise of Oak Creek Canyon Near Sedona Arizona Oak Creek Canyon, just outside Sedona, Arizona, is a spectacular and diverse riparian area and the state’s second most popular canyon. Oak Creek canyon is beautiful.
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Lanning Gallery Welcomes Mark Gould Lanning Gallery in Sedona presents the exhibition "Life’s Path: Mark Gould 2009" for its "1st Friday Gallery Tour" reception on November 6, from 5-8 p.m. The gallery welcomes the artist who will be on hand to meet visitors and give several talks throughout the evening. (More...)
Turquoise Tortoise Gallery Hosts Two Artists
The Turquoise Tortoise Gallery in Sedona is hosting both Chuck "Winter Heart" Reddick and Stan Natchez for a joint exhibition called "Complex Harmony" for October's "1st Friday Gallery Tour" reception. (More...)
International Buddhism Sangha Association Presents the Mahamudra of Liberation Experience enlightenment in this lifetime. The Mahamudra of Liberation of Dorje Chang Buddha is coming. (More...)
Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa Named Verde Valley Reader's Choice Winner The Hilton Sedona Resort and Spa has been named as a Verde Valley Reader's Choice 2009 Winner for best hotel. In a readers poll the resort was selected for best in its category among other hotels in Sedona and the Verde Valley. (More...)
Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa Presents Wine, Wolves and Witches Experience an enchanting weekend in Sedona at the AAA-Four Diamond awarded Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa. The package includes two nights at Sedona Rouge Hotel and Spa, $100 resort credit for REDS Restaurant or the Spa at Sedona Rouge... (More...)
Canyon Moon Theatre Celebrates New Season Join the Canyon Moon Theatre for a roller coaster adventure in theatre that will make the audience laugh until sides hurt, that challenges assumptions, and send everyone out of Canyon Moon Theatre with an off-key song in their heart. (More...)
Visitors Enjoy Day of the Dead Festival Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead originated in Mexico before the Spanish conquest. It has been speculated that this holiday may have originated from the Olmecs 3,000 or so years ago, and been continued by other cultures such as the Toltecs, Maya, Zapotec, and Aztec. On Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25, the Museum of Northern Arizona's 6th Annual Celebraciones de la Gente... (More...)
Getting to Know Sedona Arizona The red rock country of Sedona is a place of intensely blue skies, greens of every hue, and reds and golds from the palest peach to deep vermilion. The colorful buttes, spires, and canyons...
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SEDONA ARTICLE INDEX
Browse top articles and news indexed on Gateway To Sedona. You'll find amazing photos and insider tips for your next visit to red rock country. (The latest articles published are first in the list.)
Sedona AZ Attractions & Information
Discover the best things to do in and around Sedona. You'll be amazed at the variety of sightseeing opportunities within a day's drive.
Activities & Things to Do in Sedona, Arizona
Go hiking, try a helicopter, biplane or hot air balloon ride, go horseback riding, on a float trip down the Verde River, or take a Sedona jeep tour. You'll find expert Sedona tour guides ready to assist you on your next adventure.
Nature & Wildlife in Sedona and the Verde Valley
Learn about the flora and fauna of the region. For example, you'll meet the Javelina, Sedona's famous pig-like desert dweller. The Verde Valley is home to hundreds of species of animals and birds.
Sedona Tours & Places of Interest
Discover all the special and hidden places around red rock country. The Grand Canyon is just one of many incredible places you can visit during your stay in Sedona. Right nearby are remarkable Native American monuments and ruins, like Tuzigoot and Montezuma Castle.
Sedona Restaurant & Dining News; Unique Recipes
Sedona Arizona restaurants feature gourmet cuisine from around the world. See the best places to dine in our Official Sedona Restaurant Guide.
Sedona Wedding Ideas & Tips
Getting married in Sedona? Find out who can help you on your special day.
Sedona Shopping Articles & News
Sedona is a unique shopping destination. Check out Tlaquepaque, Uptown Sedona, Hillside Sedona, and Tequa Plaza from West Sedona to the Village of Oak Creek.
Sedona Real Estate Articles & Listings
Do you dream about moving to Sedona? Learn the latest on the Sedona real estate market, and see photos of properties for sale.
Sedona Lodging Articles & News
Get some ideas about places to stay during your visit to Sedona. Take advantage of Sedona hotel specials and packages.
Sedona Music, Theater & Entertainment
Read expanded articles about performances and events in Sedona and Northern Arizona.
News from Sedona Art Galleries & Artists
Get the latest scoop on gallery openings and art shows around town. See the works of artists in Sedona.
Sedona Spa News; Health, Beauty and Fitness
Did you know that Sedona is home to several world class spas? Learn about the many signature Sedona spa treatments.
Sedona Vortex; Spiritual & Metaphysical News
Maybe you've experienced its mystical nature yourself. Learn about the people and places that make Sedona a spiritual Mecca.
Local Sedona Events & News
Check in here for interesting local news stories.
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