Must-Do Sedona Day Trip: Hiking & Energy Vortex Adventure đď¸
đ Route: Subway Cave â Chapel of the Holy Cross â Blue McDonaldâs â°ď¸ Total time: 5-6 hours â perfect for a day trip! Below are detailed tips to make your Sedona visit smooth and fun đđ¨ 1ď¸âŁ Subway Cave â Iconic Photo Spot đłď¸đ¸ Address: Boynton Canyon Trailhead, Boynton Pass Rd, Sedona, AZ 86336 Hike: Round trip ~7 km (â3 hours). Only the final climb is challenging. If afraid of heights, take the left detour (still involves a short unguarded cliff section). Lots of squirrels along the way! đżď¸ Parking: Boynton Canyon Trailhead â park along the road if full. Note: No restrooms đť, no signal đľ, no bears đť but watch for rattlesnakes đ! Start early for good light and fewer crowds. 2ď¸âŁ Chapel of the Holy Cross â Energy Vortex Site âŞđ Address: 780 Chapel Rd, Sedona, AZ 86336 Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM daily Highlights: Built into the red rocks by designer Marguerite Brunswig Staude, this chapel blends faith and nature. One side merges with the cliff, the other overlooks Sedonaâs stunning valley. A peaceful place with a cross sculpture â perfect for reflection. Parking: Small lot â arrive before 10 AM to avoid crowds. 3ď¸âŁ Blue McDonaldâs â Worldâs Only Blue Arches đđ Address: 2380 AZ-89A, Sedona, AZ 86336 Hours: 7 AM - 10 PM daily Highlights: A unique landmark! Sedonaâs strict building codes require signs to blend with nature â so the golden arches turned blue! The town center is also worth exploring đď¸, with red-toned buildings, art galleries, craft shops, and local restaurants. #LifeAesthetics #Travel #Guide #Sedona #Hiking #EnergyVortex #Arizona đľđ¸â¨