Slide Rock State Park

Cool off at a natural rock slide in an area so scenic it has been listed by Life Magazine as one of America's ten most beautiful swimming holes. Many people don't consider a trip to Arizona complete without a run down Slide Rock. This area has become so popular it was designated a park partially to keep it from being loved to death. Now it is managed in partnership by the U. S. Forest Service (creek and waterslide) and the Arizona State Parks Department (parking and other amenities). Those two agencies combine to make this popular attraction a great place to have a picnic, slide down the slide, or just catch some rays. Try to pick a time in off-peak-use periods for your visit, but don't be surprised if you still have lots of company.

And by the way, watch those rocks. They're slippery!

Location: 21 miles south of Flagstaff, 6 miles north of Sedona on paved road in scenic Oak Creek Canyon. Elevation is 5,000 feet.

GPS: N34° 56' 48.7314", W-111° 45' 13.3194"

Access: On US 89A, drive 21 miles south from Flagstaff, or 6 miles north from Sedona. You can't miss it.

Season: All year, summer hours 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., gate locked at 7 p.m.

Attractions: Picnicking, Waterplay, Hiking, Wildlifewatching, Photography

Facilities: Picnic Tables, Snack bar, Composting toilets with sinks & running water, Drinking water

Fee: There is a $10.00 or $8.00 (depending on season) fee per vehicle.

Notes:

• Overnight camping is not permitted.
• No glass containers are permitted.
• Pets are allowed in the State Park (contained or on a leash), but they are not allowed down by the water.

For more information contact:
Slide Rock Sate Park, P.O. Box 10358, Sedona AZ 86336 (928) 282-3034
or visit their website: http://azstateparks.com/Parks/SLRO/index.html

Water Quality Hotline: (602) 542-0202
Water is tested daily. Call before your trip!