The Gateway to Sedona's famous Red Rock Country

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The Red Rock Scenic Byway is your Gateway to the world-famous Red Rock Country of Sedona, Arizona....just 110 miles north of Phoenix, about 40 miles south of Flagstaff, and only a few hours south of the Grand Canyon.

This highly acclaimed National Scenic Byway, begins shortly after you exit #298 off Interstate 17 and has earned the distinction of being Arizona's First All-American Road! It winds through the evergreen pinion-covered Coconino National Forest, with several scenic pullouts, as well as through the extraordinary, prehistoric Red Rocks with nearby parking (RV friendly) and all levels of hiking and biking trails. Ask at the Forest Visitor Center for the trails that are handicap accessible!

Although the Scenic Byway is only 7.5 miles, it is long on spectacular sights and Fun Things To Do...and a definite "must see/must stop" in Sedona!

A Sedona and Red Rock Country Adventure Starts Here on the Red Rock Scenic Byway

EXPLORE
this spectacular Byway

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First stop is the beautiful Forest Service Red Rock Ranger Visitor Center, located just south of the Village of Oak Creek on SR 179. Get maps, lots of "fun things to do" info, as well as your Red Rock Pass for trailhead parking.

Click here for your Forest Recreation Guide and a sneak peek at all the sights, recreation and history along the Byway!

SHOP
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If shopping is your sport of choice, you can practice it all in one place here on the Byway! Start at the southern edge of the Village at Tequa and stroll up the Byway from there...

You'll save big at the Oak Creek Outlet Stores, the only Outlets in Northern Arizona, just one block up from Tequa!

DINE N' SLEEP
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Stay on or near the Byway and you'll have it all: spectacular golf, hiking, biking, shopping, art galleries, spas, plus a wide range of fine and casual dining.

Click here for some great places to stay from budget to luxury!

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Sedona has SIX neighborhoolds, and the Village, which Red Rock Scenic Byway winds through, is one of the very best. But each one has its charms; learn about all of them here!

We're proud to be one of
national scenic byways

Click here to learn more about Red Rock Scenic Byway designation and other
National Scenic Byways.

It may well be the best time of year to enjoy the Red Rock Scenic Byway, during the Sedona International Film Festival, Feb. 23rd - March 3rd! Check out this year's festival offerings at their website and enjoy the magic of unforgettable films against a backdrop of Sedona's magical red rocks!

In 2005, Red Rock Scenic Byway was chosen by the U.S. Department of Transporation to be Arizona's first All-American Road, which means it is a national "destination unto itself." The Byway is a destination you will not only want to drive -- but stop, stroll, hike, bike, golf, shop, dine, stay -- and enjoy!
The Byway winds through the charming Village of Oak Creek (the historic name on some maps is "Big Park") and is home to three of Sedona's finest golf courses and two of its most famous and beautiful Vortexes -- Bell Rock and Cathedral Rock!

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We Salute Our Byway Partners!

- Big Park Council
- Coconino National Forest
- Sedona Village Businesses
- Sedona Chamber of Commerce
- Verde Valley Cyclists Coalition

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72 reviews of Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179) in Sedona

"Sedona, The Motion Picture,"
Filmed in Sedona in 2010!

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Sedona's movie history goes way back, starting with "Call of the Canyon" in 1923. Click here for a list of movies, tv shows, and advertising all "filmed in Sedona!"

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Find out what's happening on the Byway in The Villager, the monthly publication about all things "Village!"

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Red Rock Scenic Byway is great road fun for travelers thirsty for the authentic and hungry for the unusual! Click here for other great Arizona Scenic Roads.

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