While in Arizona, we spent a couple nights in Sedona, Arizona famed for their red rock formations and vortexes. We really wanted to spend some time hiking, so we decided on Red Rock State Park. We arrived at the park late morning. After filling up our water bottles, applying sunscreen and armed with a map, we headed out to the trails. We took Bunkhouse Trail. This trail was fairly level (no steep incline) which was important to us with S. After crossing a wide open area we crossed Oak Creek using Kingfisher Bridge and were surrounded by trees, the sounds of the creek and birds, and glimpses of the red rocks. 
We continued on the following trails to make a big loop back to the visitor center: Kisva Trail and Smoke Trail. Along the way we crossed Oak Creek twice more on Black Hawk Crossing but these bridges were long and narrow with no railing. The last section of Smoke Trail was an incline up to the parking lot. 
The trails are well marked and with the assistance of the park map, we had no problems finding our way. 
S really seemed to enjoy the hike. She loved completing her I Spy, click here for more information on them. S also liked looking at the birds and searching for lizards. We also brought our old camera for S to use and she enjoyed taking pictures along the trail. We did end up carrying her a lot.
The scenery was beautiful and quiet; however for some reason I thought the formations would be closer. If you want to hike close to and around the red rock formations, I recommend Bell Rock Pathway. You have to purchase a Red Rock Pass in order to park at any of the Coconino National Forest trailheads and park areas. You can purchase this pass at the visitor centers, the forest service station and even some hotels. 
For more information about Red Rock State Park including park hours and entrance fees click here.
For more information about other hiking trails in Sedona, AZ click here.
If you are looking to travel to Arizona, you may enjoy my other posts about our trip. 
