Thanksgiving Camping Trip in Sedona

Come join us for an unusual Thanksgiving adventure in Sedona, Arizona 11/28 to 12/4.

We will be flying from Newark to Pheonix on 11/28 and returning via red eye on 12/3. Flight information will be shared with you so you can book the same flight and travel together in rental cars.

Our campground accommodates 8 people and two rental cars. You will be paying for your own flight and meals. Campground, car rental, gas, firewood and other expenses will be shared.

Day 1: (11/28/2024-Thanksgiving Day) Arrival and Introductory Hike
Settle In at Dead Horse Ranch State Park
Bell Rock Pathway (1 mile) & Vortex (Afternoon)
Evening: Enjoy a relaxed dinner in town to rest up for a week of hiking

Day 2: (11/29/2024-Friday) Cathedral Rock Hike (1.2 mile) & vortex
Optional Jeep and Off-Road Tours
Optional Star-gazing Tour at night.

Morning Hike to Cathedral Rock
Afternoon: Visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross, a beautifully designed chapel nestled into the red rocks
Evening: Relax and enjoy the sunset from Airport Mesa Overlook.
Day 3: (11/30/2024-Saturday)

1. Devil’s Bridge Trail before dawn

2. Festival of Lights in Tlaquepaque
   Airport Mesa Vortex and Sunset Views
   Airport Loop Trail (Morning)
   Afternoon at Airport Mesa Vortex

Evening: Watch the sunset at the scenic lookout point.

Day 4: (12/01/2024-Sunday) Boynton Canyon Hike/Subway Cave and Vortex
Boynton Canyon Trail (Morning to Early Afternoon)
Subway Cave Trail in Boynton Canyon
Evening

Day 5: (12/02/2024-Monday)
Soldier’s Pass Trail (6 mile easy)

Fay Canyon Trail (Morning)

Day 6: (12/3/2024-Tuesday) Scenic Wrap-Up and Departure
Red Rock Scenic Byway Drive
Optional Last Hike: If time allows, you could revisit a favorite vortex site or take a short trail like Little Horse Trail.

We plan to eat out mostly at the wide range food offerings in the area.

A $50 deposit is required at time of registration to be paid to Kat at Zelle at (908) 644-5803. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the same number.