Red Rock in Sedona, Arizona details the beauty in the layers of sedimentary rock that has been constructed over millions of years. It is at Red Rock that you can see "Schnebly Hill Formation", which tells the story of an ancient beachfront in the area over 275 million years ago. This beachfront deposited iron, which is what gives Red Rock its notorious crimson color. The sandstone layers tell the story of the sand dunes that were believed to cover much of the western hemisphere of the US thousands of years ago. If you look closely, you will also see limestone layers, these layers are from the shallow seas that covered the area millions of years ago.

Red Rock is a mystery to the eye, and food for the mind. These structures are more than boulders, the structure is natures way of recording its very own history. Much of Red Rock has contributed to the study of archeology. We can see signs of early civilizations on these rocks. Native Americans used these rocks to communicate, create petroglyphs, and to share their sacred beliefs. Where natural art can be found, so can artist. Because of the beauty in this area, it led to an art migration in the early 1950's. Max Ernst was the first artist to settle in the area, and soon led others to draw on the beauty of Red Rock as inspiration for their artwork. This is why this area is filled with many museums and galleries. 

There are many ways to take advantage of this wonderful location. You can hike, bike, or horseback ride through the parks many winding trails. Red Rock can be enjoyed year round, and there are five miles of trails all networked together through the park. In the visitors center, you can request a guided tour https://azstateparks.com/red-rock/explore/facility-information.  These guided tours leave from the visitors center every morning. Knowledgeable volunteers tour guides explain the geology, wildlife, history, archeology and plant life. The hikes begin at 10 a.m. from September through May and 9 a.m. from June through August.

Red Rock has much to offer for the curious mind. Take advantage of this remarkable location, you might be surprised with the story it has to tell.