11 Activities
⚡ Red Rock Vortex and Haunted Mining Town: Loop from Flagstaff to Tuzigoot National Monument
Starts from
Flagstaff
Transportation
Electric Car
CO2 Savings
68 lb
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
11
Duration
14 hours
Length
127 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Flagstaff
Transportation
Electric Car
CO2 Savings
68 lb
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
14 hours
Length
127 mi
Stacey Wittig
Travel Expert
- Drive the acclaimed Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive, named “Top Most Scenic Drives in America.”.
- Wander Sedona's Red Rocks to a mysterious vortex.
- Explore ruins left by the ancient ones.
This route includes CCS charging stations. For Tesla Superchargers, follow this link.
On this route, adventurous travelers will experience Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive, named one of the “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” by Rand McNally; reach out and touch Sedona's Red Rocks; have lunch in a haunted mining town; taste Arizona wine produced by a rockstar turned vintner, and explore ruins left by ancient people who lived here 1000 years ago. America's Day Hike Capital, Sedona, is on the itinerary twice: for a morning hike to one of its famous vortexes and later for dinner at one of the best outdoor decks overlooking this world-class destination.
On this route, adventurous travelers will experience Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive, named one of the “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” by Rand McNally; reach out and touch Sedona's Red Rocks; have lunch in a haunted mining town; taste Arizona wine produced by a rockstar turned vintner, and explore ruins left by ancient people who lived here 1000 years ago. America's Day Hike Capital, Sedona, is on the itinerary twice: for a morning hike to one of its famous vortexes and later for dinner at one of the best outdoor decks overlooking this world-class destination.
This route includes CCS charging stations. For Tesla Superchargers, follow this link.
On this route, adventurous travelers will experience Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive, named one of the “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” by Rand McNally; reach out and touch Sedona's Red Rocks; have lunch in a haunted mining town; taste Arizona wine produced by a rockstar turned vintner, and explore ruins left by ancient people who lived here 1000 years ago. America's Day Hike Capital, Sedona, is on the itinerary twice: for a morning hike to one of its famous vortexes and later for dinner at one of the best outdoor decks overlooking this world-class destination.
On this route, adventurous travelers will experience Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive, named one of the “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” by Rand McNally; reach out and touch Sedona's Red Rocks; have lunch in a haunted mining town; taste Arizona wine produced by a rockstar turned vintner, and explore ruins left by ancient people who lived here 1000 years ago. America's Day Hike Capital, Sedona, is on the itinerary twice: for a morning hike to one of its famous vortexes and later for dinner at one of the best outdoor decks overlooking this world-class destination.
Stacey Wittig
Travel Expert
- Drive the acclaimed Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive, named “Top Most Scenic Drives in America.”.
- Wander Sedona's Red Rocks to a mysterious vortex.
- Explore ruins left by the ancient ones.
Day Itinerary
11 Activities
Day 1
127 mi0.3 mi
Flagstaff to Sedona Red Rocks, Jerome and Tuzigoot National Monument
Drive the twisting Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive on Rand McNally’s note-worthy “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” list to a Sedona trailhead. Next, hike the renowned Red Rocks to feel a mysterious vortex. After lunch in a former mining town, taste Arizona wine produced by a rockstar turned vintner. Along the way, you’ll explore ruins left by ancient people who lived here 1000 years ago.
3 mi
10 min
07:301 hr
Electrify America Charging Station
Open Details
It's better to fully charge your EV before the trip.
Type: CCS 4 Stations, 7 Plugs Power: 150 - 350 kW
Type: CCS 4 Stations, 7 Plugs Power: 150 - 350 kW
15.7 mi
25 min
09:0015 min
Oak Creek Canyon Lookout
Scenic Lookout
Open Details
Before starting down the Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive switchbacks, Instagrammers will want to grab a photo or two at this “Gateway to Sedona.” But they must not dawdle too long at the Native American vendor booths set up here — a Sedona vortex awaits!
Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive was named one of the “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” by Rand McNally.
Oak Creek Canyon Scenic Drive was named one of the “Top Most Scenic Drives in America” by Rand McNally.
17.7 mi
40 min
10:0030 min
Airport Mesa
Park
Open Details
Even if hiking isn't 'a thing' for visitors to Airport Mesa Trailhead, the vantage point is a fabulous place for overviews of Sedona and its Red Rock Country. Park in the turnout to the left, which is near one of Sedona's famous vortexes, the Airport Mesa Vortex. Devotees take off their shoes to stand on the red slick rock to better "feel" the energy said to emit from the ground. But even if barefoot believers don't receive higher spiritual perspectives, they're sure to get lofty perspectives of the landscape below.
From the parking lot, walk to the southeast about 100 yards to the top of the small saddle. Turn right to pick up the trail and walk out 15 minutes. Then turn around and walk back to the car for completely different views from the same trail.
From the parking lot, walk to the southeast about 100 yards to the top of the small saddle. Turn right to pick up the trail and walk out 15 minutes. Then turn around and walk back to the car for completely different views from the same trail.
22 mi
40 min
11:151 hr
Arizona Copper Art Museum
Landmark
Open Details
A feast for the eyes awaits at The Copper Art Museum. Enjoy remarkable exhibits of 16th- to 21st-century copper decorative arts and artifacts at one of Arizona’s newest museum. Wise travelers will learn a thing or two about the state’s favorite metal: copper.
5.8 mi
15 min
12:301 hr
Haunted Hamburger
Restaurant
Open Details
Jerome, an old mining town crumbling down the side of a steep mountain, is said to have many haunted sites, including the old hospital, now a ghostly hotel. So what better place to eat than the Haunted Hamburger, a local's favourite since 1994? On a clear day, guests on the suspended outdoor deck will see the San Francisco Peaks, 50 miles away.
Extra time is given here to find a place to park in this fun, mountain town full of narrow, switchbacking streets.
Extra time is given here to find a place to park in this fun, mountain town full of narrow, switchbacking streets.
0.1 mi
5 min
13:4530 min
Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards Tasting Room
Liquor Store
Open Details
When there is time for only one stop on the Verde Valley Wine Trail, many recommend it should be here at Caduceus Cellars. Maynard James Keenan, singer and primary lyricist of the rock band, Tool, created the Caduceus label for his Arizona vineyard.
When asked about the type of wine he intended to produce, he answered, “My art and music have been described as ‘thick, dense, rich complex, engaging, emotional, and spiritual,’ by those who are fans. And an ‘acquired taste’ for those kind others who are not.” He felt that Arizona aligned with this description and that they were a match made in heaven. “Surely these qualities will be reflected in the wine Arizona will present to us,” he said in 2010.
So stop in for a tasting to decide whether the rocker-turned-vintner accomplished his dream.
When asked about the type of wine he intended to produce, he answered, “My art and music have been described as ‘thick, dense, rich complex, engaging, emotional, and spiritual,’ by those who are fans. And an ‘acquired taste’ for those kind others who are not.” He felt that Arizona aligned with this description and that they were a match made in heaven. “Surely these qualities will be reflected in the wine Arizona will present to us,” he said in 2010.
So stop in for a tasting to decide whether the rocker-turned-vintner accomplished his dream.
0.2 mi
5 min
14:4545 min
Jerome Artists Cooperative Gallery
Art Gallery
Open Details
From Caduceus Cellars, window shoppers will love ambling down Main Street, looking into the variety of funky shops along the way. Some will poke their heads into The Spirit Room, one of the most historic bars in the state. Once at the Jerome Artists Co-op Gallery, which offers ever-changing selections of art, they'll check the awe-inspiring view out the back window.
Opening Hours: Monday: 10:00 - 18:00 Wednesday – Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 Tuesday: Closed
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The gallery is open with limited days and hours in March.
Opening Hours: Monday: 10:00 - 18:00 Wednesday – Sunday 10:00 - 18:00 Tuesday: Closed
Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. The gallery is open with limited days and hours in March.
8 mi
20 min
16:001 hr
Tuzigoot National Monument
Landmark
Open Details
Tuzigoot National Monument is a hidden gem of the US National Park system. Curious travelers follow a loop trail through ruins left by the ancient people who lived here around the year 1000. They'll learn about trade routes, macaws from Mexico and huge pottery ollas in the fascinating museum housed in a New-deal era building.
24.4 mi
40 min
18:301 hr 30 min
The Hudson
Bar
Open Details
This upmarket restaurant frequented by Sedona neighbors delivers some of the best views on the outdoor deck, as well as tasty food and cocktail choices.
Reservations are recommended but are easy to make online.
Reservations are recommended but are easy to make online.
30.7 mi
1 hr
21:00