Coconino National Forest - Arizona

Tel: (928) 527-3600

Climb the highest mountain in Arizona! Explore one of the most diverse National Forests in the country, home to the famous Red Rocks of Sedona, Ponderosa Pine Forests and alpine tundra!

Coconino National Forest has unending opportunities for outdoor recreation for everyone from city escapees to New Agers seeking the energy vortexes of Sedona. Amongst scenery that's second to none, visitors can explore mountains and canyons, go fishing in forest lakes, wade in creeks and streams, or enjoy a scenic drive around Oak Creek Canyon, known for its colorful rocks.

If seeking more action, why not pack up and go hiking or backpacking, trail riding by horse and bicycle, or enjoy winter activities such as snowshoeing, cross-country and alpine skiing. Visitors can enjoy a swim in desert creeks under red rock cliffs. Camping and cabin accommodation are available for extended-stay fun. Nature lovers will be in awe of the flatlands and mesa that blend with alpine tundra and ancient volcanic peaks, as well as the terrain which brims with sandstone buttes, crimson cliffs, stone spires, and river-sliced gorges. And don't miss your chance to slide down a natural waterslide at Red Rock Country in Coconino National Forest.

To get to Coconino National Forest from Phoenix, take Interstate 17 north, then go east on Interstate 40. Turn left onto Country Club Drive. Continue straight to get onto Interstate 40 BL, then merge onto US 89 to get to the forest.