Some combinations make travel absolutely magical: a full moon and Paris; the Northern lights and Iceland; and sunrise and Machu Picchu. Then there’s snow and Sedona. It’s a rare sight when ...

Going around in circles may sound like a bad thing but it can be pretty sweet when you’re wearing hiking boots. Loop trails mean no backtracking. Every step offers something new and exciting ...

Get there at least an hour before sunset; a picnic will help you pass the time. 2. Drive the Red Rock Scenic Byway – SR 179 Possibly the best free thing to do in Sedona is to take the 7.5-mile ...

Upon your arrival into Sedona via State Route 179 ... to the trailhead parking lot near milepost 309. Note that a Red Rock Pass is required to park at the trailhead. It costs $5 per vehicle ...

Driving into the red rock mountains of Sedona ... If you love American comfort food, try Judi’s Restaurant (40 Soldiers Pass Road, Sedona; [928] 282-4449. Dinner entrees $18-$32; closed Sundays).

For a taste of Sedona’s unique red-rock terrain, Bond recommends the Hangover ... Hikers will find the trailhead for Sterling Pass just off State Route 89A, north of Sedona.

Observers document reckless driving and unrelenting noise, especially along Forest Road 525 and Boynton Pass ... red rock views of landmarks such as Ship Rock and Coffee Pot Rock. “Think ...