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.
The museum level of the Visitor Center will be closed for window replacement beginning Monday, July 28 through most of the month of August 2025.
Star Party at Red Rock State Park
Red Rock State Park
Saturday, September 13, 2025 6:00 p.m.
As telescopes of the Astronomers of Verde Valley look overhead into the night sky after sunset, the wonders of the Milky Way will come to life through the eyes of the telescopes. Large nebula, globular clusters, exploded stars, double stars and even galaxies will be seen. Our own Milky Way galaxy will stretch from the southern horizon to the north eastern horizon with its stream of billions of stars overhead.
We might be able to grab a quick glimpse of the red planet Mars as it sets to the west and nearing the end of the viewing session there may be some views of the ringed planet Saturn with Neptune close by.
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Please arrive by 6:00 p.m.
Fee: $16 per person
Registration is required, starting Tuesday, August 12 through Friday, September 12. Click here to register and search by "Red Rock State Park."
Guidelines for the event:
- Participants must arrive at the park entrance no later than 6:15 pm to ensure participation. No entry into the park after the entrance gate is closed.
- Pets are not permitted, even if left in vehicle.
- Each group needs to bring at least one flashlight or headlamp (red lens preferred).
- Wearing closed-toe shoes is STRONGLY recommended.
- This is an after-hours program - ONLY those registered for the program will be permitted to enter the park after regular hours of operation.
- The first hour of the program is a Powerpoint presentation provided by members of the ASTROVerde astronomy club followed by star viewing through telescopes.
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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Aug 8 | Sep 7 | Oct 7
Moonlight Hikes at Red Rock
Join us for a rare opportunity to enjoy the moonrise and sunset from the trail while learning about the natural world and the Sedona area.
