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Flagstaff, Sedona Tourism

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The Katt clan (that being the missus and I) are headed to Sedona the second week of December, flying to Phoenix and driving up to Sedona.

We're poring through all the travel/tourism sites to get a feel for what all we want to try to squeeze in. There are so many options as far as parks & hiking, desert art, local shopping, etc....we could probably spend a month and not see everything we'd like to see. We're just trying to narrow it down at this point. Any recommendations for what's the best of the bunch?

Wupatki National Monument? Walnut Canyon? Meteor Crater? Sunset Crater? A drive or train ride to the Grand Canyon? Slide Rock State Park? Red Rock State Park? Oak Creek Canyon? Others?
 
Bucky Katt;900403; said:
The Katt clan (that being the missus and I) are headed to Sedona the second week of December, flying to Phoenix and driving up to Sedona.

We're poring through all the travel/tourism sites to get a feel for what all we want to try to squeeze in. There are so many options as far as parks & hiking, desert art, local shopping, etc....we could probably spend a month and not see everything we'd like to see. We're just trying to narrow it down at this point. Any recommendations for what's the best of the bunch?

Wupatki National Monument? Walnut Canyon? Meteor Crater? Sunset Crater? A drive or train ride to the Grand Canyon? Slide Rock State Park? Red Rock State Park? Oak Creek Canyon? Others?
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In December it's gonna be a bit chilly there, and hope for some snow. The snow on the red rocks is gorgeous.

Sedona: be sure to do a few hikes -- the scenery is amazing. The drive to the top of Oak Creek Canyon is really pretty as well. Have a brew at the Oak Creek Brewery (if you're into real beer :)). The art galleries are fun to peruse as well.

Are you a skier? Snowbowl is pretty popular in Flagstaff. The cross-country skiing at Mormon Lake, which is just south of Flagstaff, is really great.

If you've never seen the Grand Canyon, it's definitely worth the side trip.

Sunset Crater and Wupatki are pretty cool, but I wasn't blown away. Of the two, I would recommend the Pueblo ruins.

If you want to visit a cool Arizona mining town, head to Jerome.
Tourism Information for Jerome Arizona, the Mile High Town with 50 Mile Views
 
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it will be very cold in sedona/flagstaff during that time.

We go to the Mesa/Chandler area (wifes family) about once a year. December is a great time in phoenix but sedona gets pounded with very cold weather and lots of snow.

just be prepared to take the same clothes that you wear here during the winter to arizona with you.

As far as things you should see, you definatly have to go see the grand canyon if you have never been there before. its an amazing site and a huge ass hole.. :slappy:

but seriously it is really pretty up there so just enjoy it.
 
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Ginn4Heisman;900464; said:
but sedona gets pounded with very cold weather and lots of snow.
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If Oahu keeps getting more crowded and they end up trying to build this rapid transit run through the town (which will screw up traffic for about 10 years), I'll sell and move back to the mainland ("paradise" is nice, but only to an extent). Anyway, LightningRod had mentioned Sedona as a place to look at. I want a place that will be sort of a blend of Hawaii and Ohio (great scenery and warm weather most of the time like Hawaii, but with a winter season and snow like Ohio).
 
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osusushichic said:
In December it's gonna be a bit chilly there, and hope for some snow. The snow on the red rocks is gorgeous.

Sedona: be sure to do a few hikes -- the scenery is amazing. The drive to the top of Oak Creek Canyon is really pretty as well. Have a brew at the Oak Creek Brewery (if you're into real beer :)). The art galleries are fun to peruse as well.

Are you a skier? Snowbowl is pretty popular in Flagstaff. The cross-country skiing at Mormon Lake, which is just south of Flagstaff, is really great.

If you've never seen the Grand Canyon, it's definitely worth the side trip.

Sunset Crater and Wupatki are pretty cool, but I wasn't blown away. Of the two, I would recommend the Pueblo ruins.

If you want to visit a cool Arizona mining town, head to Jerome.
Tourism Information for Jerome Arizona, the Mile High Town with 50 Mile Views
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We had a very short time (about 2 hours) to decide between Palm Beach and Sedona and we were so busy gauging activities to do that we didn't bother to check the climate. Just assumed that it would be kind of warm in Arizona.......oops! We may have chosen AZ anyways, but it's too late now. :lol:

Not much for skiing, but very interested in the hiking portion. Better wear the longjohns, eh? :biggrin:

Sounds like I should go ahead and plan on the Grand Canyon. When I dragged her to Phoenix for the 2003 Fiesta Bowl, she grumbled a bit that I didn't make the effort to get us up there, so I'd probably better take her this time. There's a railway that runs from Flagstaff to one of the touristy places up there, so that seems like a pretty decent option to me. A little more laid back than making the 2 hour drive each way.

I'll have to mention the miming town to her. We're right in Sedona so that wouldn't be a bad trip at all.

Ginn4Heisman said:
its an amazing site and a huge ass hole.. :slappy:
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Huge asshole? Sounds like I'll fit right in. :tongue2:


Any recommendations for rental cars? Would an economy class cheapie be able to handle the roads and mountains? I got the impression that some of the "roads" near the parks wouldn't be so smooth and the last thing I want to do is be stuck in BFA with a POS suspension in a friggin' Nissan Versa.
 
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Any recommendations for rental cars? Would an economy class cheapie be able to handle the roads and mountains? I got the impression that some of the "roads" near the parks wouldn't be so smooth and the last thing I want to do is be stuck in BFA with a POS suspension in a friggin' Nissan Versa.
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I don't think suspension would be an issue... I've been most of those place a couple times... the second time in a shitty ford mini van... no problems getting around... the first time... in a 1982ish Lincoln Continental Coupe-- yeah... it was salmon colored, too... and the V-8 power was nice in the mountains. The roads aren't great in some cases... but... I don't remember anything where you'd need an SUV or anything.
 
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Snowbowl probably won't enough snow in December. When I lived in Phx I remember some years it didn't open all winter and others it would usually be open by mid-January. Enjoy your trip, its beautiful up there.
 
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Bucky Katt;900578; said:
I'll have to mention the miming town to her. We're right in Sedona so that wouldn't be a bad trip at all.
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To each his/her own I guess.

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LOVE SEDONA!!!!! Flagstaff, ehh not worth the trip. I am agree with Sushi, seeing the snow on the red rock is incredible. Also, a little out of the way, but the main road from Prescott to Sedona was an awesome ride. Have a great vacation!
 
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Flagstaff, that time of year can get snow storms!
Maybe Sedona, also, but less likely. (4500ft)
Just the drive up to Flagstaff could get hairy! :crazy:(7,000ft)

You'll probably spend most of your time in Sedona, which is beautiful and similar to Taos in many ways. Be sure to bring a winter coat just in case.
But, most times if it snows it will disappear quickly, like Taos.
Sturdy but light hiking shoes will get you through your whole trip.
And don't forget dark sunglasses or your eyes will get fried!

You'll love the southwestern style Christmas feel.
 
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Taosman;900736; said:
Flagstaff, that time of year can get snow storms!
Maybe Sedona, also, but less likely.
Just the drive up to Flagstaff could get hairy! :crazy:(7,000ft)

You'll probably spend most of your time in Sedona, which is beautiful and similar to Taos in many ways. Be sure to bring a winter coat just in case.
But, most times if it snows it will disappear quickly, like Taos.
Sturdy but light hiking shoes will get you through your whole trip.
And don't forget dark sunglasses or your eyes will get fried!
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The drive from Sedona to Flagstaff isn't that bad at all. It's heavily forested -- reminds me of the Pacific Northwest. Oak Creek Canyon is more winding. Now, the Million Dollar Highway in Colorado is hairy! I thought I was going to die (or at least poop my pants), especially in a Greyhound bus. :!
 
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Flagstaff is at 7,000 ft and the weather can change quickly.
I have driven through snow storms in November in Flagstaff.
Don't assume it will be an easy or safe drive!
I'm just sayin'..................

And the Colorado, infamous, "Million Dollar Highway is scary! Any time of year!
 
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I had a "friend" from Flagstaff in 1991. she was a total freak and would do anything, which was cool until she tried to come at me with an "attachment." So if you run into a girl named Cippy keep a distance.
 
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