sedona, arizona sedona essentials Sedona Water Works incredible water selection: kangen, structured, Reverse Osmosis remineralized, & more! shopping: locally made items! come here for gifts Interdependence Groceries our favourite place to shop for high vibe foods unique snacks & drinks for every lifestyle supplements, tinctures, medicinals, toiletries The Dragon’s Den metaphysical store with magical items galore! gorgeous clothing selection Crystal Magic family business for 38 years, knowledgeable staff diverse selection of crystals, books, & psychic readers ALT Books sedona’s best collection of astrology books, hidden in a magical part of town: tlaquepaque ask Mark to see his secret astrology collection how to get here Fly to Phoenix book flight to PHX Airport Rent a car 2hr drive from Phoenix to Sedona book shuttle here Groome Shuttle Phoenix Airport to Sedona, $70 Event address: 3250 White Bear Road Sedona Arizona 86336 Local Transport: Uber / Lyft are rarely available in our small town Best options to get around for the weekend: rent a car email us to arrange a taxi transportation package stay near the event address (activites outside of conference hall will still require transportation) Flying to Flagstaff is also an option: will require car rental or private taxi - 45 min drive You will discover why Sedona is the natural and spiritual epicenter of North America. It is amazing to see in person, photos just can’t do the natural wonders justice! thursday options Coming to Sedona a day early? Take a vortex tour with our favourite tour company: Scenic Sedona Tours The best way to see all the sights in Sedona, especially if you have limited time! & book a session with one of sedona’s top practitioners: transformative sessions Vortex Sites: Kachina Woman in Boynton Canyon points towards setting sun, unique views Amitabha Buddhist Stupa MUST SEE: one of the most sacred sites in the world Bell Rock Vortex iconic location great for meditation Airport Vortex star viewing, sunrise or sunset, limited parking Cathedral Rock breathtaking for sunset Sunset Spots: Drive: Cultural Park Trailhead Schnebly Hill Trailhead Airport Vortex (limited parking) Red Rock Loop Road Scenic Drive Hike: Sugarloaf (easy/med) Chimney Rock (easy/ med) community favourites: ChocolaTree Organic Eatery 1595 AZ-89A, Sedona AZ zen garden perfect for lounging with friends housemade chocolates nourishing & pure whole foods sedona classic dosa quesadilla with side of macadamia butter green goddess salad coconut kefir mango lassi Sedona Organic Taco Company 441 Forest Road, Sedona AZ mexican fusion. clean eating: no seed oils, no sugar, big flavor great quality food. lovely patio tables with views sugar free horchata made with cashew milk gf battered cauliflower tacos or gf battered fish tacos california burrito with bison (french fries inside!) try one of these: try one of these: Swimming: Chavez Crossing closest & least busy, downstream, warmer water walk upstream until you can’t go further for deep water Bootlegger halfway to flagstaff, popular, upstream with the cleanest water extremely beautiful with a waterfall, walk downstream for privacy Crescent Moon Ranch epic views of cathedral, kid friendly, photo ops, but very busy Oak Creek Canyon free swimming anywhere along highway 89a to flagstaff paid swimming at grasshopper point Buddha Beach take directions to find this swimming hole park at secret slick rock trailhead, hike for 20min The Crack adventurous day trip: cliff diving & swimming 30 min drive, 8 mile hike out & back. 500ft elevation gain BRING WATER & FOOD. trail is highly exposed Slide Rock very busy, natural waterslide great for kids. limited parking Cafe's: Local Juicery superfood coffees, matchas, tea , organic juice, smoothies Layla’s Cafe fresh baked pasteries Cuptown Cafe friendly down to earth neighborhood cafe Free Form Coffee Roasters new espresso bar for specialty coffee lovers Indian Garden's Cafe short trip beyond sedona to a coffee shop up the canyon Chai Spot Tlaquepaque pakstani owned authentic chai cafe. great for photos Synergy Lounge & Apothecary unique beverages, superfood lattes & hot chocolates Worth the drive: Walking distance: Breakfast spots: Sedona Crepes sweet and savoury options Pumphouse full breakfast, eggs benedict, coffee, pastries Wildcraft smoothie bowls, raw foods, waffles Indian Gardens full breakfast and lunch menu, coffee, pastries Coffee Pot Restaurant sedona's diner. home to 100+ omelettes Layla's Bakery freshly baked pastries and small bites lunch spots: Chocolatree Organic Vegetarian beautiful garden. great for meals, drinks, and housemade chocolates Sedona Organic Taco Company big flavour. highest quality. local favourite Angel Kitchen very cute japanese restaurant. ramen & more. limited hours Thai Fresh & Natural quick casual option for thai food. same owners as thai spice. Vespa Italian Cafe authentic pinsa flatbreads, sandwiches, deserts Senor Bob's Burgers casual option for a quick burger 5 minutes away Sedona Beer Co amazing burgers & beer flights Tamaliza organic corn tamales loaded with toppings & other mexican fare try fermented pineapple beverage tepache dinner spots: Gerardo’s Italian ihigh quality imports, relaxed atmostphere, owner comes to tables try the “sedona” pizza it’s amazing! Thai Spice macrobiotic menu, large portions, something for everyone Cowboy Club an tourist experience: catcus, bison, elk, rattlesnake on the menu Elote sedona favourite tapas, must try for reservations Picazzo's GF Pizza casual, nice patio, organic salads, cauliflower crust options 20 min drive from Sedona: Dellapiane argentinian cuisine featuring empanadas and burgers organic, locally sourced. located in village of oak creek Up The Creek creekside dining, historical building, romantic Colt Grille BBQ heaven, locations in voc and cottonwood Merkin housemade pasta with imported italian flour located in cottonwood created by musician maynard james keenan shops in town: Crystal Magic best selection of crystals and magical items, books, cards, etc Sedona Artist Market great selection of diverse artist booths, perfect for gift shopping Gypsy Jenny's imported hippie goddess wear Sedona Candle Magic unique handmade candles, gorgeous for gifts Clear Creek Trading Co native american art, musical instruments, shoes. supply for jewelry makers and crafts: beads, animal bones, feathers, etc Savannah Bee Co try a bottle of their delicious honey mead! all things bees found here. Discount Gems & Minerals limited selection, best place to find deals on crystals Easy Hikes: West Fork 30 min drive to trailhead. stunning shaded canyon walk wear shoes that can get wet, stream crossings 6.5 miles out & back. turn around whenever. flat ground Fay Canyon soft sandy shaded canyon walk hidden ruins at the end, on the right side of rock 2.3 miles out & back, 200ft elevation Amitabha Stupa outdoor buddhist prayer site 0.3 miles circuit, 50ft elevation Sugarloaf sweet hike for sunset or sunrise alike 2 miles out & back, 400ft elevation Secret Slick Rock Trail photo spot, views of cathedral rock 0.7 miles out & back, 78ft elevation Medium Hikes: Soldier's Pass Cave to Brins Mesa a special adventure. 2.8 miles to the cave one way, 541ft elevation. return the way you came, or climb up and out the left side of the cave (left to the approach, west) to find yourself up top on brins mesa. options for route down. High on the Hog Trail to Chicken Point use a map to stay ensure you are on high on the hog, or wing it and see what trail takes you to chicken point. high on the hog has a forest of vortex juniper trees. 4 miles, 550ft elevation gain. good for sunrise Chuckwagon Trail gorgeous scenes of red rocks, creekside trail 4.5 miles 450ft elevation gain Courthouse Butte Trail see bell rock and take the scenic loop around it 3.5 miles, 350 ft elevation gain Doe Mtn great hike for sunset views 1.5 miles and 500ft elevation to the top of the mesa. walk around the mesa, but don't forget where you came up! Airport Loop panoramic views of sedona limited parking visit airport vortex & continue on 3.3 miles circuit. 500ft elevation gain Harder Hikes: Bear Mountain extremely beautiful all the way up, very exposed, best for cooler season 5 miles out & back, 2000ft elevation gain. my personal favourite Wilson Mountain Peak incredible views of sedona 9 miles out & back, 2800ft elevation gain Loy Canyon for avid hikers who want to be immersed in rock 13 miles out & back. 2300ft elevation gain Cockscomb Loop Trail beautiful views less seen 5.5 mile circuit. 500 ft elevation gain. Fun & Unique: Tlaquepaque artesian village with seasonal events and live flamenco Palatki guided tour of local ruins Jerome Ghost Town artsy town with rich history 40 min away Out Of Africa exotic animal sanctuary near camp verde Pink Jeep Off Road Tours a staple sedona adventure Wisdom of the Earth hand poured essential oils with 100+ samples Montezuma's Castle impressive ancient ruins in camp verde Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunrise once in a lifetime! arial views of sedona DA Ranch Vineyards beautiful property to walk around & wine tasting Sedona Wolf Sanctuary magical experience with the wolves E-Bike Tours & Rentals a fun way to see sedona in the fresh air explore arizona: Antelope Canyon Bearizona stunning slot canyon in page az wildlife safari in williams az tour reservations required 1hr drive north Grand Canyon Lake Powell a must see, 2.5hr drive north northern arizona / utah border Painted Desert Waterwheel Falls en route to new mexico beautiful swimming in payson az Horseshoe Bend Monument Valley beautiful vista in page az northern arizona / utah border Fossil Creek Chocolate Falls 2hr drive, need off road navajo nation land, seasonally vehicle & permit, available online active during wet seasons Superstition Mountains eastern phoenix, go well prepared research & bring emergency supplies