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Sedona is probably the most beautiful place a person could hope to die while climbing. This is pointed out because the odds are that if you climb there long enough you will probably be killed by loose rock or a collapsing pillar. In the mean time, enjoy the adventurous rock climbing and outstanding views. While in Sedona, it’s also worth checking out the local tourist shops and Vortex sites.
The Routes vary in quality and length depending on the formation you are climbing. Route lengths range from 1 to more than 10 pitches. Have fun and be careful. Special gear: The cracks tend to be WIDE so bring your wide crack gear.
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The Weather in Sedona is wonderful and warm in the winter when all the other climbing areas in Northern Arizona are freezing. Fall and spring are good, if not a little warm in the sun. Summer can be down right hot with afternoon thundershowers so most climbers stay away. Do not climb in Sedona at least a few days after a rainstorm. The rock will turn to mud and become very, very dangerous (even more than normal)! |
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The Camping is free and unimproved above Oak Creek Canyon on National Forest land and south of Oak Creek Canyon on National Forest land. From mid spring to mid fall pay camping is available in Oak Creek Canyon. Hotels, showers, and food are readily available in Sedona. Cheaper hotels abound in Flagstaff 40 minutes north along Highway 89A.
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| Directions |
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Sedona is located 40 minutes south of Flagstaff along Highway 89A. The ethics in Sedona are traditional climber friendly. Locals have set a standard similar to mountaineering. Get to the top and live through it! |
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| Ethics |
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Only leave fixed gear when absolutely necessary. If you do leave fixed gear make sure it is camouflaged. Avoid climbing in high visibility areas. Respect the wilderness ban on power drills. |
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| Guide Books: |
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A Better Way to Die: Rock Climbers Guide to Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon by Tim Toula, Falcon Publishing/Chockstone Press, 1995.
Rock Climbing Arizona by Stewart Green, Falcon Publishing,1999.
Castles in the sand by David Bloom, Sharp End Publishing,2002.
The Big Red Three Ring Binder of old and new topos at Vertical Relief. |