Hiking Boynton Canyon to the Best Views I've seen in Sedona

[@Desert2snowoffwego]

Jerry and Tina, I always see, and love your posts!! I used to live in Southeastern Arizona for 13 years and absolutely loved the topography and the ability to pick your climate by altitude--no matter the season! Really appreciate your humor & especially Tina's responses!!!!!!!!!! Keep up the excellent work! There are those of us out here, who vicariously, very much appreciate your efforts in taking us into the backcountry of Arizona and Southern Utah, where we will never be able to hike again given our age and physical limitations. Thanks again so much both of you!!!!!!

[@JerryArizona]

I'm open for good hikes in SE AZ. Haven't spent enough time there, although we've done some.

[@amywi8938]

@@JerryArizona Sabino Canyon (Tucson) has some nice hikes: Phoneline, Blackett's Ridge. Seven Falls might be running right now. Saguaro National Park (East) travels pretty far up into the Rincon mountains. Madera Canyon. Chiricahua National Monument for sure.

[@tonics7121]

Of all your videos I've watched, this is far and away my favorite. Right up my alley. The beauty is staggering. Thank you.

[@JerryArizona]

This was an amazing hike. I need to get back to Sedona soon.

[@TheAdventureMentor]

Oh, Jerry. I just returned home to Western NC after spending 3 months in AZ for work. While I was there, I took inspiration from your videos to get out and explore what AZ had to offer. I took so many pointers from you and I was NEVER disappointed. While I was there, I fell in love with so many places in AZ, Page, Flagstaff, Monument Valley, North and South Rim, Sedona, particularly Boynton Canyon. I set out to find the secret/not-so-secret Kachina Tree, I found it! :D Nearby, we also discovered a beautiful mesa top with one hell of a majestic view similar to the one you guys found. My fiance and I had to use some way-finding skills, rock climbing skills, and basically make our own sketchy path through the cliffs, cacti and bushes, but it was worth it to have the place to ourselves and see such amazing view. We definitely had one of those moments where you just know you're in the right place, at the right time, and all is right with the world. I paid Boynton Canyon one last visit to see the Kachina Woman, the vortex, and the Subway Cave before returning home, knowing that I didn't get to see or do everything I wanted to. Thank you so much for posting this video. It felt like I was right back there, getting to explore with you guys.

[@JerryArizona]

Love NC. Used to live in Charlotte (and a few other places). I need to go to the Kachina Tree. It's on the list. Gotta get there before it becomes the next Subway....

[@jitendrakhare9219]

Absolutely amazing....Speechless.......Thanks for sharing.....Stay safe both of you ....

[@crawlingonallfoursRC]

SUBSCRIBED. I'm absolutely loving these videos! I'm visiting Sedona over the summer and I'm bringing a couple of my RC rock crawlers to capture some footage. Your videos are thorough and you give the perfect amount of detail as you progress through your hikes. Well done!

[@carlosvillalobos7795]

Almost makes me want to go look for that ridge.

[@JerryArizona]

It's worth it. If you dig a little bit, you can figure it out.

[@victorsvp3]

Yeap i agree one of the most amazing views in Sedona, i have to go back in spring,

[@Dc-jg2ti]

I was in Sedona last year in March. I found the subway cave and did a lot of hiking, however quickly came to learn that I am severely limited in Sedona by my fear of heights. This video is amazing, and I’m sure doesn’t even begin to do justice to how amazing an experience that must have been. Really leaves me feeling bummed out.

[@JerryArizona]

There's plenty closer to the ground. If you haven't, check out West Fork; just be sure to go in 6~7 miles (past the maintained trail end.) Flat....and amazing.

[@amywi8938]

Beautiful!! Thank you for doing this kind of stuff... it is exceeds my fears. Sedona has always reminded me of a spread out Zion. That spot definitely reminds me of Zion. So cool!!

[@alisondailey3834]

Tina's favorite part of the hike/s ~ Mexican Food at the end...! And a margarita w/ salt. Thanks for the vlogs guys.

[@libertyvilleguy2903]

Another great video, thanks Jerry!

[@trishdonner7106]

Breathtaking 💞 Thank you

[@carolleimbach6407]

Beautiful views. Thank you for another stunning hike. I hope to visit that area one day.

[@Desert2snowoffwego]

In addition, you bring back memories, and you open up new windows.

[@thewanderersguide4568]

Over the top! That's one of my favorites. NICE video. Let's go hiking.

[@jeffseng6385]

What a seriously funny ending! Awesome hike, thank you both for taking us along.

[@JoseDJGETDOWNBizcarrondo]

Absolutely amazing views, love sedona, been watching your vids now for a whe and get hiking chills... lol. You guys rock, hopefully I can get the wifey into the feel too. Bless you guys

[@kenweinreich8472]

Wow. Just Wow!

[@davide3129]

Beautiful, some of those areas and climbs were a bit sporty for me but I can appreciate how awesome the views are.

[@ervinslens]

Just awesome video thanks a lot.

[@Zaitz17]

Looks like I’m headed back to Boynton but not when it’s 27f out!! Lol yeah you guys also got me hooked on el patio love the salsa and the margaritas are mighty tasty!! Great vid Jerry!!! Glad you survived with no tumbles lol

[@nik_P1000]

Just became familiar with your channel as a result of my two most recent trips to Utah and Arizona and moreover exploring the wave. I have learned quite a bit from your videos and absolutely love your take on life! Wicked cool! Happy hiking and look forward to learning as much as I can before I go back to that area, possibly in November. The terrain is as beautiful as it is treacherous but as you said, if it were easy, everyone would do it. Thank you for sharing your experiences, good and bad.

[@JerryArizona]

Thanks! Any questions, let me know.

[@nik_P1000]

@@JerryArizona Hi Mr. Jerry! Thank you for the quick response. I have a tentative itinerary but am a little Leary about posting it on the internet for the world to see. Would it be ok if I sent you an email or message on Facebook? If not, I completely understand. Have a great day!

[@JerryArizona]

@@nik_P1000 feel free to send me a message on either. I'll do my best to help with any questions you have.

[@nik_P1000]

@@JerryArizona awesome sauce! I truly appreciate it! I sent you a message on Facebook messenger. Thank you again for any feedback you are able to provide!

[@tangenttrails]

Beautiful! I’ve been really enjoying binge watching y’all’s journeys. I was fortunate to find your channel when Clint posted his trip into the Grand Canyon.✌️

[@JerryArizona]

Glad you're enjoying! That was a great trip. First 'true' Grand Canyon hike for me.

[@blok_a_]

Awesome views indeed!

[@ShrekSwag]

yall got 2 much swag keep it coming ya boss

[@JerryArizona]

Been stuck inside too long lately. Holidays and now COVID. I'm ready to get back out there ASAP.

[@ShrekSwag]

@@JerryArizona Oh no sorry to hear that. Rest up and keep on killing it

[@TimmyCramer]

I was up there last Wed with my blue heeler pup as the sun rose. Warmed up quick and beautiful!! When and where is your Happy Hour?! Timmy C Arizona

[@moretoliving2236]

Your videos are always jaw dropping but daaaaaym!

[@JerryArizona]

This was an amazing hike. Went up there one weekend to do some canyons, then had to go back with Tina the next to do this hike because I knew she'd love it.

[@JazzBanjo]

Damn! That ridge at the top was incredible! There's a little Mexican restaurant we liked in Sedona name "Tamaliza". I miss that food!

[@JerryArizona]

I'll add that one to the list. Buddy of mine works at Elote. Finally got to eat there (they're closed Sundays which is when we always go). Amazing place.

[@JazzBanjo]

@@JerryArizona Ah yes, Elote. We rolled up there one night naively thinking we would wait for a table. Ha! We were so much younger and foolish then...would love to eat there someday!

[@RoadtrippinwithTakacs]

Phenomenal beauty! Very well done. 👍

[@HikingEngineer]

This looks to be a loop I did last year -- I went down Boynton, branched off to see the Subway Cave, then wanted to get over to Long Canyon to see moves caves/ruins and just went off trial and climbed up a somewhat sketchy crack and then bushwhacked, up to the saddle on your rock you were on, then descended down to long canyon, hit up the caves/ruins off of Long, then back to Birthing Cave and back to car

[@JerryArizona]

Sounds similar except we turned and went up the ridgeline between Boynton and Long. Then back down into Boynton. Probably could've dropped into Long, but that wasn't the route we had planned.

[@alberthbyang]

One of my favorite hikes in Sedona hands down!!

[@JerryArizona]

Same here. I'm completely sold on Boynton, and the views from this route are amazing.

[@jonpratt7510]

That is an awesome hike!! It looks like what I call the Headwall hike. Always called that area past the "sketchy" part "Swirl Rock". On top of the "Headwall" does have some of the best views!!

[@JerryArizona]

That's the third name I've heard for it now. Whatever you want to call it, it's an incredible route.

[@jonpratt7510]

@@JerryArizona I would traverse the "Headwall" and up the crease on the right and drop down into Long Canyon if I wanted to do a loop. I think someone else mentioned that in the comments. Really enjoying your videos, thank you! Great job!

[@adventureawaits5003]

Great shots and video

[@visionsofheaven]

Holy wow! I've never been that high. I used. to go to the upper ruins that you can get to from the lower ones but lately even that got dicey for me. Amazing! Thank you!

[@JerryArizona]

It's a tough call between this and Wilson Mountain south overlook for best views, imo. But then again, there's a lot out there I haven't been to.

[@cathymoore1739]

True Grit Hike/Scramble/Scenery 🥰 ...complete with MedVac on standby?? 🤣 Thank goodness for Mexican food after that incredible outing. Thank you for sharing!

[@christopherjames1453]

La Casita in Camp Verde is worth an after hike visit too!!

[@JerryArizona]

Been there! It's really good food too. Just a little farther off the road. I need to go back sometime.

[@pumasmexicanpride]

Love your videos! I have hiked several times in Boynton Canyon, I love that place. Not sure if you have found Kachina tree cave but if you haven't, I have info that can help you get there, I also found info on mushroom rock, located off trail from Boynton as well. At 9:12 any chance that spot is located across from the subway?

[@JerryArizona]

I've got the Kachina Tree on my list, just haven't made it. Seems like it won't be secret for too long. I wonder if Mushroom rock is also on Mushroom Drop, a technical canyoneering route in Boynton I haven't done yet. And no, those ruins aren't across from Subway. Further up the canyon.

[@pumasmexicanpride]

@@JerryArizona hopefully kachina tree does stay secret. I went in September and October and both times, I was the only one up there. I stayed for well over an hour each time enjoying the views.

[@russellarnold6381]

Sedona resident. When I first started watching this my initial thought is that they were going to Mushroom Rock, and the nearby ruins.There is a similar-looking crevice to ascend, and you need decent orienteering skills as you need to find the right “level”. Had a hiking injury recently and will be laid up for a few months, so it’s nice to live vicariously thru the YT videos for now!

[@RobinT-treehugger]

ABsolutely stunning and absolutely terrifying... I think I held my breath the whole video. Yikes, you guys, just yikes. Thank you for taking some place I will never go. Yikes.

[@tenabar4555]

This looks nothing like any Boynton hike I've taken. You've reached new heights!

[@JerryArizona]

This was a fun route. Really love Boynton, but mainly from the ridges and peaks you access by social trails or canyoneering routes.

[@Rawvirgin]

Amazing.

[@jimburke4110]

Your episodes are the best. And, you two are sooo good together. Informative. Funny. Collaborative?!?#! Many thanks.

[@sheahill3340]

What are Tina’s favorite hiking shoes? Thankful for your videos! I’m not skilled enough for some of the hikes though.

[@TinaArizona]

Merrell MOABs have been my favorite for years. Comfortable, good grip, and no break-in period. I’ve recently become a convert to Altra Olympus. More cushion, wider toe box, and lighter. They are spendy, however. But worth it, imo.

[@sheahill3340]

@@TinaArizona Thank you! I love Merrill and Altra. Have had both as trail running shoes.

[@Dirtyhumanoids]

I used to work at Enchantment Resort, had a lot of hikes before and after work in that canyon. I saved a lost hiker one time, that was in a frantic state. He wondered off trail into sketchy areas. laugh out loud

[@JerryArizona]

Yeah, there are plenty of places in that canyon you could get in trouble if you didn't know what you were doing. Did this trail, the Subway (on the way here and to Chopper Drop) and a couple of technical canyons which gave great views and no crowds.

[@michele2017promastertravel]

What an awesome video. when going down, put your best foot forward.... your bum. Which Go Pro do you have? Would you recommend it? I have a H5B but looking to upgrade for stability while walking.

[@JerryArizona]

I have had Gopro's since the 5. I'm currently using a 9. It has a maddening electronic popping noise that randomly happens. (I've had 3, so it is not my specific GoPro; they all have the problem.) I would recommend an 8 because they pretty much nailed the stability with it. Not sure if the 10's have corrected the popping noise, but hopefully. Definitely the best kind of camera for this type of stuff.

[@michele2017promastertravel]

@@JerryArizona Ok thanks for the recommendation. I'm doing research on them now for a spring buy. There are a lot of people who recommend the 8 and pretty much everyone has issues with 9 and 10 Though the images are fabulous.

[@jacobgates1986]

At 4:35 , I thought wow they made it , fast forward alil bit to 5:00 and jerry says their not even there yet lol .

[@JerryArizona]

This hike keeps going up. Tina didn't make the 'summit'. That was the part I was scooting down on my behind. Still worth it for the views from the swirly rocks up to the ridgeline.

[@theazjones]

0:36 if you have an America The Beautiful Pass, that's acceptable.

[@davidmartin5974]

What Mex Restaurant???

[@JerryArizona]

El Patio, off the 17 at the Cornville exit. It's a hole in the wall, but it's incredible.

[@ideaman6961]

How does Tina keep that Roxy hat so clean

[@JohnPaul-ts8dq]

👍👍

[@nohe1208]

For boynton canyon it's the hard side, for long canyon in 20 minutes you are on the ridgeline

[@JerryArizona]

Nice. Looked like you could drop into (or come up from) Long. But I really enjoy the scenery going up in Boynton.

[@WHR17]

25% hiking 75% rock climbing 😮

[@JerryArizona]

That's how you get to the best views (with no crowds) in Sedona, for sure.

[@scotts3602]

Lots of ruins in this area, a shame theres not more known about the sinagua that lived here so long ago!

[@JerryArizona]

So many ruins....

[@Ramneek22]

Why don’t u share this route. So annoying that u teased us with the video but won’t share the route

[@JerryArizona]

I don't want to flood this route with a ton of people. Feel free to reach out privately (Insta or e mail) and I can see what I can do for you.

[@OFFICIALSPOONIES]

@@JerryArizona dont make videos about it then, save yourself & everyone else the aggravation, i thought the whole point was to share your journey with other hikers so they can enjoy it too 🤷