Stage 2 fire restrictions in effect; wood and charcoal fires are prohibited. Gas/propane stoves are permitted for cooking only. Smoking is prohibited in the park except within an enclosed vehicle.
For the protection of the habitat, please stay on designated trails. Swimming and wading in the creek are prohibited. ADA service animals only.
The Twin Cypress Picnic Area restrooms will be closed for construction from May 12 through July 31, 2025. The picnic area will remain open with a portable toilet for picnic area users while construction is in progress.
Moonlight Hikes at Red Rock
Red Rock State Park
July 9 | August 8 | Sept. 7 (event runs through October) Times vary
Join us or a rare opportunity to enjoy sunset and moonrise from a trail overlook and return by the light of the moon while learning about the natural world and Sedona area. The program lasts 2.5 hrs and covers a distance of up to 2.5 miles.
A $20 registration fee per person is required for this after hours program. Participants must arrive at the park entrance at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure participation. Please wear suitable clothing for temperature variations and closed toe shoes. All participants must bring a flashlight and water. Participants must be at least 12 years old to participate. Reservations must be made prior to the date of the event. Call Red Rock State Park at (928) 282-6907 to reserve your spot.
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Date of Hike - 2025 |
Hike Start Time |
Registration Begins |
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Saturday – April 12 |
5:50 p.m. | March 13 |
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Sunday – May 11 |
5:40 p.m. |
April 13 |
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Tuesday – June 10 |
6:35 p.m. |
May 12 |
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Wednesday – July 9 |
6:15 p.m. |
June 11 |
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Friday – August 8 |
6:15 p.m. |
July 10 |
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Sunday – September 7 |
5:45 p.m. |
August 9 |
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Tuesday – October 7 |
5:10 p.m. |
September 8 |
MORE EVENTS
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Daily
Daily Guided Nature Hikes at Red Rock
Every morning a volunteer naturalist leads a guided nature walk informing visitors about the different life zones of Red Rock State Park. The subjects discussed on this walk include geology, wildlife, history, archaeology, and plant life.
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Wednesdays and Saturdays
Guided Bird Walks at Red Rock
Join us at Red Rock State Park for guided bird walks! Learn about Sedona's diverse and beautiful bird species while taking a stroll through this gorgeous park with a veteran bird enthusiast.
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Friday, July 25, 2025
Guided Night Life Hike
Join this guided hike at Red Rock State Park to learn about and better understand scorpions and the role they play in our desert ecosystem. Reservation required.
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Saturday, September 13, 2025
Star Party at Red Rock State Park
Come out and enjoy the night skies at Red Rock State Park with JD Maddy and the Astronomers of Verde Valley. The Star Party begins with an introductory presentation on the celestial happenings in the mid-September skies, followed by star viewing through some high-powered telescopes.
