Sedona Easy Hiking Tour with a Private Guide

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About this activity

Our guides are Sedona locals and experts in philosophy. They help you explore the deeper meaning and significance of this special place. They will guide you through the breathtaking sights identify flora and fauna, and unravel the geological and human history of Sedona.

We accommodate all difficulty levels on this easy hiking tour, ranging from accessible and easy to moderate or challenging, depending on the abilities and preferences of our guests.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Sedona Philosophy

Ages: Adults (16–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Walk on one of the most peaceful sections of Oak Creek, a spot that remains cool all year round.
Included: Admission to Red Rock State Park included.
Included: Treking poles, bottled water, and snacks provided.
Included: Panoramic views of Sedona's iconic Red Rocks, including Cathedral Rock.
Included: Learn about the history, nature, and culture of this amazing place.
Included: A two-hour guided hike with a local, educator guide.

Not included

Not included: Personal bag/backpack (recommended) to carry water, sunblock (recommended) and personal items.
Not included: Clothing layers, windbreaks, and rain coats during inclimate weather (recommended).
Not included: Gratuity

Itinerary

Red Rock State Park

20 min Admission included

Your guide will take you to beautiful locations within Red Rock State Park, including Oak Creek, the House of Apache Fires and Native American sites.
Cathedral Rock

20 min Admission included

The hike begins and ends with intimate views of Sedona’s iconic Cathedral Rock. We will also see the Thunder Mountain, the Three Sisters, Napoleon’s Tomb, Eagle’s Nest, and the Seven Warriors. Your guide will teach you how these distinctive geological features formed.
Red Rock State Park

20 min Admission included

Hike the Smoke Trail and Kisva Trail, paths once walked by the Ancestral Puebloan people. ‘Kisva’ is a Hopi word meaning “shady water.” See ancient petroglyphs and enjoy a trail that remains cool all year round.
Stop 4

20 min Admission included

Walk along one of the few publicly accessible points to Oak Creek. Enjoy a quiet moment listening to the soothing sounds of flowing water, a rare gem in a desert ecosystem. This is also one of the best places to spot wildlife.
Red Rock State Park

20 min Admission included

Learn about Native American Cultures. See how the Ancestral Puebloan people worked with nature to irrigate their fields and sustain their civilization 1,000 years ago. Learn about their contemporary descendants including Yavapai, Apache, Hopi, and Navajo.
Red Rock State Park

20 min Admission included

Visit the House of Apache Fires. Learn about Sedona residents Helen and Jack Frye, and walk to their House of Apache Fires perched on the side of a cliff overlooking Oak Creek.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Admission to the park is included. Tell the attendant at the entry gate that you are here for a Sedona Philosophy hike and they will let you proceed.

We will meet you in the main parking area in front of the Visitor's Center.

End point

Admission to the park is included. Tell the attendant at the entry gate that you are here for a Sedona Philosophy hike and they will let you proceed.

We will meet you in the main parking area in front of the Visitor's Center.