While you are staying in Sedona, Arizona you will have a lot of options available for a family day trip.
One of the favorite day trips for those who love to be outdoors, either taking hikes or just kicking back and enjoying the scenery, is a trip to Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood at 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd.
The park sits on over 400 acres and is right next to the Verde River Greenway State Natural Area.
The temperatures at the park are often mild, due the park's elevation, and make it an ideal place for outdoor activities at any time of year.
This is a great place to bird watch as well, since it is a protected natural wetland.
This state park is a short distance from Sedona and has numerous hiking trails, not to mention trails for mountain biking and horseback riding.
You can even take along a nice picnic lunch for your family and take in the scenic view at any of the picnic tables around the park.
Tips: •Visit their website at Dead Horse Ranch State Park to see all of the activities you can enjoy during your visit to the Park.
•Show respect for the surroundings; leave no trace in the park of your visit •Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for hiking •Bring water; even if temperatures are cool, hydration is of utmost importance! •Bring a camera - you never know when a photo opportunity will present itself, especially with the chance to see bald eagles, river otters and black hawks.
•Park entrance fees - $7.
00 Per Vehicle up to 4 adults, $3.
00 for an individual or bicycle.
One of the favorite day trips for those who love to be outdoors, either taking hikes or just kicking back and enjoying the scenery, is a trip to Dead Horse Ranch State Park in Cottonwood at 675 Dead Horse Ranch Rd.
The park sits on over 400 acres and is right next to the Verde River Greenway State Natural Area.
The temperatures at the park are often mild, due the park's elevation, and make it an ideal place for outdoor activities at any time of year.
This is a great place to bird watch as well, since it is a protected natural wetland.
This state park is a short distance from Sedona and has numerous hiking trails, not to mention trails for mountain biking and horseback riding.
You can even take along a nice picnic lunch for your family and take in the scenic view at any of the picnic tables around the park.
Tips: •Visit their website at Dead Horse Ranch State Park to see all of the activities you can enjoy during your visit to the Park.
•Show respect for the surroundings; leave no trace in the park of your visit •Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for hiking •Bring water; even if temperatures are cool, hydration is of utmost importance! •Bring a camera - you never know when a photo opportunity will present itself, especially with the chance to see bald eagles, river otters and black hawks.
•Park entrance fees - $7.
00 Per Vehicle up to 4 adults, $3.
00 for an individual or bicycle.