Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona

Looking through the maples at the canyon walls

Our time in Oak Creek Canyon and the Coconino National Forest was magical. Maybe it was the peace and beauty of the canyon or maybe our chakras were all out of whack and being near Sedona did the trick - whatever the reason - we felt wonderful!  We stayed in Pine Flat Campground in the national forest. The water at the campground was ice cold and tasted heavenly.  A nearby spring was the source and people from all around the area made trips to the spring to get the water.  So, I guess it could have been the water...

West Fork of Oak Creek

 

We hiked in the canyon most days and in the Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness around Sedona a few times.  Neither David nor I had ever been to Sedona so it was fun to see this 'woo woo' place that we had heard about for years.  The red rock scenery was amazing but what a touristy and pricey town.  I had a $2 apple and a small one at that.  It was organic and it tasted great, but needless to say, I didn't buy a dozen.  Bring lots of money with you if you come to Sedona.  But the air, water and scenery are free in Oak Creek Canyon. 

Crossing Oak Creek

More Maples

 

 

Hiking near Sedona

 

Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness