Sedona red rocks
Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock rising from the desert
Sedona red rocks is one of the places Roamward flags on the Oak Creek Canyon because it gives the drive its texture: Cathedral Rock and Bell Rock rising from the desert. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Oak Creek Canyon runs Flagstaff → Sedona, AZ. Flagstaff to Sedona’s red rocks.
Nearby route stops
- West Fork Trail — a creek-crossing canyon hike, stunning in fall (Oak Creek Canyon)
- Chapel of the Holy Cross — a modernist chapel built into the red rock (Oak Creek Canyon)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Oak Creek Canyon stops like this.
Roamward turns spots like this into a real road trip on your phone — the scenic drive, the stops, and the detours, planned around the vibe you’re after. Get early access: