Red Rock Ranger District
The Red Rock Ranger District includes 487,519 acres of magnificent splendor. The colorful collection of buttes, pinnacles, mesas, and canyons surrounding Sedona is famous the world around for its red rock vistas. Over the years, this area has served as the setting of many western novels and movies and has been the subject of uncounted paintings, photographs, and other works of art. The remains of ancient wetlands, these crimson cliffs have been carved by the forces of the desert into one of nature's most magnificent masterpieces.
No matter what you do in Red Rock Country, you're always sightseeing. Ways to get even closer to all this scenery includes: hiking, horseback riding, taking a scenic drive, sliding down a natural waterslide, picnicking, camping, taking lots of photos and fishing in Oak Creek. Some areas require a pass to park, so be sure to check out the information about our Red Rock Pass Program.
Rentals & Guides
Can't find parking at popular trailheads? Consider using the Sedona Shuttle: The eco-friendly way to avoid chaotic parking lots and get around Sedona. An added bonus? Using the Sedona Shuttle lets you avoid paying the pay-to-park pass fees.
Complexes
Visit Oak Creek Canyon, the scenic cousin of the greater Grand Canyon. Oak Creek Canyon, which cuts across the northern portion of the Coconino's Red Rock Ranger District, features a slew of lush riparian areas, trickling streams, towering cliff faces and winding switchbacks. Oak Creek Canyon features ample opportunities for camping, wading, picnicking, fishing and scenic viewing.
This picturesque day use site in Oak Creek Canyon is at the trailhead of the We
Cave Springs sits in scenic Oak Creek Canyon and is one of Coconino National Forest's most popular campgrounds.
At this creekside picnic area you'll have a fishing hole and that's not all.
Pine Flat Campground offers bountiful recreation opportunities among beautiful scenery.
Nestled in the base of Oak Creek Canyon is a large cliff side swimming hole known as Grasshopper Point. This day use site is popular with swimmers and picnickers alike.
This creekside campground features spectacular scenery, clear water swimming holes, picturesque hiking trails and excellent opportunities for wildlife watching!
One of the most photographed scenes in the southwest is towering Cathedral Rock reflected in the waters of Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing.
The Coconino National Forest is pleased to provide you with this exceptional recreation opportunity!
Slide Rock State Park, located on Coconino National Forest land and co-managed with the State of Arizona, features scenic views, a beautiful swimming hole, and plenty of op
Recreation Sites
Apache Maid Cabin
Banjo Bill Picnic Site
Beaver Creek Day Use Picnic Site
Bootlegger Picnic Area
Bull Pen Day Use Area & Trailhead
Call of the Canyon Picnic Site
Cave Springs Campground
Chavez Crossing Group Campground
Childs Dispersed Camping Area
Clear Creek and Clear Creek Group Campgrounds