Visiting Slide Rock Park in Sedona Arizona

Slide Rock Park is one of the most popular spots in Sedona. What use to be home to the Pendley's Homestead and Apple Orchard is now a tourist destination. Remnants of the old homestead such as the Old water wheel, cabins, and barn can be seen while you make your way down the winding path towards the main attraction: the natural rock water slide carved by nature.

The park has nice areas to have a picnic, a large grassy area with the beautiful sedona views as the backdrop, some historical buildings and old farming equipment to look at. Veer to the right at the end of the path near the old apple picking barn and walk down the stairs to reach the natural water slide adjaceant to the original homestead.

Not too far to your left you will spot the popular spot to slide down into the cold water. Down below, across the footbridge and to your right is a deeper part of the water that is a popular spot to fish for Rainbow Trout in Oak creek. Walking further to your left and pass the water slide there are plenty of less crowded spots to enjoy nature and Oak Creek.

Even in Summer the water is COLD and the rocks are slippery so wearing shoes is not a bad idea.

Fees: Range from $8.00-$10.00 per car

There is a gift shop as well as restrooms at this park.

Address:6871 N. Highway 89A

Hours: 8-5 in Winter, 8-7 in the Summer . (928) 282-3034

Good to Know: Dogs are allowed in the park, but they are not allowed by the water. Go early, in the summer this place fills up quick and lines of cars to get in is not uncommon. If you are making a special trip to Sedona to see this spot, call ahead! The state will periodically close down the park when bacteria is too high in the water. Call Water Hotline: (602) 542-0202