Sedona & the Verde Valley


The Verde Valley is located in the Central region of Arizona and is comprised of several cities: Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Cornville, Page Springs and Jerome. The region offers many activities and attractions, from several State Parks, ancient Native American dwellings, outdoor recreation, train rides, and up close and personal experiences with giraffes to world class dining, lodging and scenery including rich Fall colors in Oak Creek Canyon. Click on the links above to learn more about the Verde Valley.

Relax and enjoy one of the many spas that the Verde Valley has to offer. Boasting several day spas or the world-renown Mii amo Destination Spa at Enchantment Resort - the Verde Valley is a great place to unwind and enjoy a day of pampering and meditation. Experience the majesty of the area with a mystical journey through sacred lands and the ancient dwellings. Try a personalized tour with Arizona natives who share in-depth knowledge and love of the land and its culture. Sedona Verde Valley is an inspiration Mecca, which embraces a unique balance of spirituality and beauty.

The majesty of the Verde Valley brought original settlers to the area more than 800 years ago. Today, more than 4 million visitors travel to the area for many of the same reasons and visit the locations where our ancestors left their mark. Located between Cottonwood and Clarkdale is Tuzigoot National Monument which was home to the ancient Sinagua Indians for more than 300 years. Tuzigoot serves as unique attraction by allowing visitors to browse through numerous historical exhibits and to wander through the stone walls of the former Sinaqua living quarters.

If Native American culture interests you, don't miss Montezuma's Castle National Monument where Sinagua Indians thrived some 800 years ago and made their home high in the cliff walls. Much of the 5-story, 20-room adobe structure remains intact today, rising 100 feet from ground level.Visitors may also experience the amenities of a modern tribe, the Yavapai Apache Nation. The tribe's biggest attraction is Cliff Castle Casino, where visitors try their luck on slot machines, blackjack, or poker. If gambling isn't your thing, Cliff Castle offers bowling, live music, three restaurants, arcade and Kids Quest with more than 5,000 sq feet of supervised games for kids. Within the complex is the Stargazer Pavilion, an outdoor amphitheater, where the Annual Winter Star Powwow and other Native American activities are held. The Yavapai Apache Nation also provides horseback riding and van tours.