Arizona Scenic Drive: Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona

This is the popular and beautiful Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona from Flagstaff. The drive is considered the most beautiful drive in Arizona. The stretch of road through Oak Creek Canyon is actually 12 miles long. Along the way we stop and swim in Oak Creek. We did not actually go down into Slide Rock as the parking lot was full and it was overcrowded.
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[@amyohl5037]

My Dad use to plow that road in the Winter. Mothet would not sleep until he came home. Safe.

[@RandalF-259]

One of most beautiful drives I have ever seen.

[@jameslyons1624]

One of the most beautiful places in the world

[@bonnieswenson9925]

You should have seen it 40 years ago.

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

You obviously have not been to the Swiss Alps, Slovenia Alps, and my home, the Polish Alps.

[@bonnieswenson9925]

@@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 Polish people are the Absolutely, the most fun to party with! Great country to visit, as well.

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

@@bonnieswenson9925 That's a first. The Polish people are extremely conservative and polite... I know they love their vodka. I guess Krakow would be the party city because it has the most tourists. My town is known for family and education. I'm stuck in the United States and I can't go home...

[@OfftoShambala]

Bonnie Swenson what’s changed? I grew up in flagstaff and spent my weekends in Sedona and oak creek canyon from the late 70’s to end of 80’s. I usually go there every several years.

[@janicecrose376]

Born in Flagstaff. My favorite place was to swim and go down slide rock in oak creek. Those were the good ol days when NO tourists were around!🤗 Still Beautiful, BEAUTIFUL! Thank you for the tour Jeff!

[@TheMarkdick]

Is there any places left in Arizona with beauty with out crowds ????

[@johnthompson7420]

@@TheMarkdick weekdays used to be better.

[@azdbuk]

@@TheMarkdick really has become crazy, wish I had explored more before people boom. But, with a bike, or cycle, or 4wd, you can still easily get away, just study the trail maps.

[@DeweysWorld]

@@TheMarkdick it doesn’t seem like it. 😂

[@alexaalcala6262]

I’m moving to The Sedona area next March. Can’t wait!!

[@azgal9981]

The fall is beautiful up in oak creek

[@lindataylor6831]

Love, love Arizona. I used to live there. Beautiful memories...

[@Robl52]

It is very beautiful views. Like!

[@BeatlesFanSonia]

I was terrified on that drive! It was pretty but scary!

[@maxkelter3561]

First time in Sedona couple years ago wanted to stay longer. Very short visit. Thanks for sharing, great.

[@RobertLofrano]

I lived there for 4 years, when I came back a few years later it had become so overdeveloped. That was in 1997.

[@miriammatos3069]

Last year we visited Sedona. Great memories. 👍

[@Hiflyg123]

Beautiful drive for sure, also want to say Flagstaff has some beautiful scenes as well, especially the mountains!

[@talesoftheblueeyedindian2412]

Just as long as you dont come here lol

[@terriekiso7058]

Wow you sure did highlight some beautiful scenery! Great Job again!

[@jackj5368]

A beautiful drive! One could easily spend all day having fun in that neck-of-the-woods, but I wouldn't recommend walking this route since the road is narrow with blind corners. Thanks for the upload :)

[@desertrose9499]

Gorgeous! Nice job! Really enjoyed it. I haven't been there in 20 years!!!

[@cii1072]

Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon and all of the beauty of the rock formations make this place very unique. It' too bad it wasn't made a National Park years ago and kept pristine. It's really been ruined.

[@ClulssCrs3310]

I'm so lucky to have seen this video! I got my wedding anniversary in 2 weeks and was looking for things to do near flagstaff! Thank you for sharing!

[@foxdetector7752]

whaouuu i love , i walk here in 2009 ,flagstaff to sedona, it's very beautiful and the cool people . good video

[@pretravels]

I can't imagine how refreshing it is to drive through that kind of rode -- trees are everywhere and the road stops are filled with things you need. I consider Oak Greek Canyon as one the best places on Earth. BTW, your drone shots are super amazing.

[@PandaNDuskie]

I remember when I was a kid, my brother and I would eat so many of those wild berries. they were so tasty.

[@lindajohnson4204]

My cousin drove my mom and me up to Sedona from Phoenix, one afternoon in October of 1996. After we spent a little time at Tlaquepaque, she drove us north, along Oak Creek Canyon, almost to Flagstaff, then turned us around and returned to Sedona a little before sundown. The deciduous trees were still bearing some autumn leaves, which contrasted with the pines, the deep blue sky, and the beautiful, astounding red rocks. Slide Rock State Park was closed for the season, but campgrounds in the trees still had many camping there. Arriving back in Sedona, we stopped at Safeway, then McDonald's, and when we drove out of town toward I-17, it was just after dark.

[@jonhenke1504]

First time I visited Oak Creek Canyon and Slide Rock was 1962. The place was deserted and Slide Rock had about 50 trout that were anywhere from 10 to 15 in Long. Sedona consisted of a gas station a small store in a couple of houses. It really was a paradise back then unspoiled and fairly unknown!

[@kevin3473]

That was the point, to keep it unknown from the general population. unfortunately it didn't stay that way for long.. The first time I went thru Sedona was back in 1975 and it has changed since then.

[@MariselaFrancoo]

I love my state 🌵

[@doubleuponbob3397]

Fuck yeah!

[@TakuaaSwipe]

almost looks like im driving to santa cruz on the highway 5

[@adampositron6871]

I love Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon! I live only two hours away and need to get there more often. I have a feeling I'll be going again soon! Thanks for the motivation!!

[@davidparnell3241]

I love that place! Another suggestion would be the road to the top of MT. Lemmon

[@stevepritchard9146]

In 1980 I as a lineman for Mtn. Bell, my crew built an aerial line from Flag to Sedona. In Sept. it was still hot difficult wok all done off hooks as there was no room for bucket trucks. After a long day we would skinny dip in several hidden pools only we knew about. One note, every bush and tree had thorns.

[@hansnordlander2618]

It must be one of the most beautiful places in the world i think!! My last visit was in 2018 when we were on vacation from Sweden. Love your videos from around Arizona.

[@wingman31k]

1st comments everyone really needs to say are (1) very well done video, (2) great information and route details, (3) excellent narrative and voice over, (4) smooth video motion. (Wind noise on the mic... not annoying and easily solved by equipment. ) GREAT JOB!

[@justnerdystuff]

Thanks for posting this. Brings back good memories. I'll have to make this trip again when I get to come back down to Arizona after the pandemic. I grew up in Scottsdale but did not appreciate this and didn't go often enough.

[@alternativewellnessgeek6058]

I agree, this is the most beautiful drive I have been on in AZ. Been there 4 times since I retired in 2006. I get off the Amtrak train in Flagstaff and it almost feels like Heaven.

[@rubyred8845]

Stunning areas

[@coffeewithdinner5208]

Wow... another great video. I did this scenic drive and it was beautiful.

[@epicsave635]

By no means the most scenic drive in Arizona!!!

[@tonymachuca9471]

Please share other scenic drives .

[@SusanCatherine]

Nice video! I love filling up my water bottle there!

[@DEvs-75]

Did this drive at night one time, and the silhouettes of the mountains looked like sleeping giants.

[@RD-xh9ss]

It is a awesome drive. Love doing it every chance I get.

[@jessicagamez5452]

Beautiful drive. We were there a couple of weeks ago.

[@lisaloves3687]

My best pick here wow

[@staciperez4040]

I love this video. I grew up camping in Oak Creek Canyon. My family and I would camp in the Cave Springs campground. So many great memories with creek fishing with my dad. He would catch strings of trout. I would cry as a lil girl when I wouldn't catch fish which always meant we would visit the troutfarm on the way home. Sedona is beautiful, I love driving up north. Great video!

[@rachelcovington59]

Beautiful

[@karenrobinson4926]

I live in Goodyear & am always looking for new places to go so thanks for your work! I appreciate the tips you give as well 😊

[@annscott8469]

Thank You. Planning a trip West.

[@kugangles9860]

You left out the 2 mile long traffic jam going into Sedona. It was once a beautiful place to escape. It's a tourist trap now....RIP

[@mrf3175]

Amen.

[@steveatlas1546]

Also the mountains of trash day trippers and other irresponsible tourists leave behind. If you bring it in, take it with you! Your mom isn’t here to clean up after you

[@MariselaFrancoo]

Soooo true :(

[@mr.elastomeric1787]

@James Cosby Wow! where was more beautifful than that? I'm in Ft Lauderdale talk about traffic.

[@Stonecoldcwbys]

AWSOME!!!!

[@bobbyharris2302]

Love 4 corners States and you do an amazing job keep up the good work truly. Enjoy your videos.

[@amyohl5037]

Thank You for the tour.

[@msdltv]

I enjoyed it!

[@PaulSlade1]

Ace! Thank you Jeff

[@kindnessplease9836]

I had a chance to take my folks thru this canyon. They are gone now. OMG it was so beautiful. Sorry, your video does not do it justice. One day I will get there again. Truly a magical place.

[@kathymccray4141]

Been in this area many times Beautiful! Went to Slide Rock before it was a State Park Back then it was serene peaceful and only 5 other people joined us

[@Kappie51IM]

Going there in 3 weeks. Can't wait! That was a great video to introduce me to the canyon. Will be staying at the Junipine by the way.

[@missk6070]

Glad I found you, planning our first trip Spring 2022 ❤️

[@Chrisicola]

Of course, it has spring water at the ready. Amazing

[@judycamblor5387]

Headed there at the end of the month. I'm from Miami, FL. Thanks for your videos! You've given me some great tips on other stuff to do since most of the Native American tours are closed.

[@searcher5912]

✨LOVE SEDONA ✨We took the same route⛰just beautiful 😎👍

[@carbonfibercreationswashin7213]

This is one of 4 places even worth visiting Arizona for. Honest...I lived in AZ for 35 years

[@jimdandy8996]

Did you read about that huge sewage spill into Oak Creek the other day?They usually have to shut down the creek each summer because of bacterial level dangers too. Look it up.

[@augustpriest6945]

I don't know about the past but this recent suage spillway large enough that it was criminal they hid from public the first day and even later minimized the true extent of pollution that happened

[@steveatlas1546]

Out of towners and day trippers think it’s cool to take a crap in or near the water instead of finding the nearest bathroom. People think that’s dog poop they smell at Slide Rock or other places in Oak Creek Canyon? Nope, nasty human feces. 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@billmiller9763]

This is a nice drive. Done it. Wife driving . If your not afraid of heights.. and you need to watch the road.

[@Irishlass77]

Loved this ride with my boyfriend this July 2020

[@rachelcovington59]

You do a really good job

[@scelzitimes]

So clean. There really is not nothing left in California that is clean and well kept.

[@jimdandy8996]

What about the Sierra Nevadas?

[@scelzitimes]

Yes at 32000 feet eastbound to Sky Harbor.

[@steveatlas1546]

Unfortunately Sedona isn’t so clean anymore because irresponsible people are leaving all their trash behind along side the creek and forests. Not to mention saving their bathroom trips for the bathrooms, but nope there’s plenty of 💩 in and around the creek 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@jimdandy8996]

@@steveatlas1546 Its true. That's what's happened since The Prawns from District 9 (California) have invaded Arizona.

[@steveatlas1546]

@Jim Dandy I believe it. It’s a pretty hot topic here among the locals. It’s pretty sad more care isn’t taken to “leave no trace”, being thoughtful to keeping such a beautiful place clean for others to also enjoy. Although I hear this is a huge issue almost everywhere now as it seems more people are getting away to the great outdoors.

[@chrisquas4113]

Check out the 60 East up into show low. If you have a motorcycle you’ll enjoy it even more.

[@ssharp11]

Beautiful drive. Definitely adding this to my list of must do activities. Thank you. Wishing you a super week. Stay safe. Hugs Susan

[@steveatlas1546]

Please be responsible when visiting! I suggest bringing a trash bag or 2 and haul out all your garbage. For bonus points pick up garbage that too many others leave behind! The people who leave their trash and use the creek as their bathrooms really ruin it for everyone. This is sacred and appreciated land by many, please act responsibly.

[@nevadageologist]

Has anyone seen the Watchman of the Canyon along Oak Creek? It was there in the 1930's when the highway was still named Highway 79 and was featured on postcards. The highway was renamed to 89A, but I'm not sure if the watchman was destroyed to make the highway.

[@itsmillertimeagain]

Notice how there are no street lights anywhere where the stars are what illuminates the skys at night! Also, hardly no signals are present where roundabouts are prevalent everywhere! The vehicles in the circle have priority and the traffic must yield to them as they merge into the circle. Drive slow and enjoy the scenery! This is your chance to open yourself and let nature and the spiritual energy into your life!

[@azoutdoors2344]

I remember one time leaving Flagstaff to drive back to Cottonwood, and there was a severe traffic accident (car pile-up) on I-17 southbound. This happened after driving all the way down to Munds Park, and then we had to turn around and go back to Flag. We were then diverted onto SR89A. The traffic was so bad it took five hours of stop and crawl from Flag to Sedona. Once we got into Sedona it wasn't bad driving back to Cottonwood. I absolutely love Oak Creek Canyon, but I don't like being stuck in traffic because it reminded me of Los Angeles lol.

[@cashstore1]

I have done that ride about 40 times. Very beautiful, however the Devils Highway gets my vote for the most scenic in Arizona. Certainly, they are both in the same league. I see there was not much traffic. Must be because of the virus scare. Normally the traffic is jammed, especially on the weekends. When you go back there, go a few miles South of Sedona and go East on Airport Road. It's at a light. Go to the top. Park your car (cost 3 dollars), then walk over to the edge and get the great view. Not sure if you featured that in your other Sedona videos. I highly recommend.

[@ack7753]

Home sweet home.

[@laurieann5312]

Where is the spring for filling up water jugs?

[@victoriaperkovic4938]

Nice, but I always prefer blue in my eye, this is for weekend to go

[@jccbeach2605]

Are there markers for the pull-offs? Mile markers?

[@RG-hf4et]

Is Nancy Rock tight at the Midgley Bridge or is it 2 different stops?

[@TakuaaSwipe]

whats the song called at the start of the video??

[@RG-hf4et]

Hi- We are traveling from the Phoenix area and staying 2 nights in Sedona. We will head north towards Flagstaff to see OCC. When we return, should we come back the same way or go on the highway south back to Sedona? Is there any worthwhile stops along the highway route?

[@ebuff57]

I drove this route by motorcycle (my first time) in 1981 from Flagstaff to Prescott in mid October. Gorgeous scenery.

[@johnhenke6475]

Last time I drove SR 89A it was dirt.

[@Letsgocamping143]

Can you tow an RV on that drive?

[@jaybee608]

I've put all 7 European countries and Canada that I've visited and came up with Arizona! How could I get bored there! I just need an automobile and lots over gas! Maybe ill live in the truck. I just want to be outdoors!

[@bcbconklin]

you'll go past Bumblebee on your way back to Phx...LOL LOL LOL

[@sammatsusaka823]

Just came from (What Lurks Beneath) creepy crawling monsters in that area. Like Crypto creatures.

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

Very nice and beautiful. I bet it's Trump country there...

[@marcielliott9700]

Looks great, but not class A friendly. But...we could park in Sedona, use our car to drive it.

[@DiogenesNephew]

This is exactly why I'm considering a class B to avoid the hassle.

[@lisaloves3687]

I just need driver

[@mrf3175]

It's a tourist trap now thanks to the influx of people there at any given day or time. It was nice a few years ago when it was still a local escape.

[@vorhese]

People: Complaining about people. Also People: Has 4-6 children.

[@powerflower3347]

Tourism kinda ruins the whole thing. No doubt its beautiful, but it's 'sparkle'

[@ZeebNinja]

I bet the business owners in Sedona love the 'Tourism' part of it. I bet they don't think that 'Tourism' ruins the whole thing :)

[@powerflower3347]

Maybe so, money wise. The drive isn't so scenic when your bumber to bumber though. You win some you lose some.

[@ddolde]

HARDLY THE MOST SCENIC

[@jimanders9971]

The damn tourists have just about ruined Arizona. What a shame.

[@frednesbittjr.7862]

please-remove-my-name-from-your-list...

[@LivinginArizona]

What list?