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Airport Mesa

Sedona, AZ
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Ranked #14 of 53 attractions in Sedona
Type: Hiking Trails
Activities: Hiking, Watching sunrise/sunset
Traveller Description: Airport Mesa is 500 feet above the city of Sedona and offers great views with or without a sunset. You can also see the same views online at... more »
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Syracuse, New York
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66 reviews 66 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We stopped here on a very chilly April morning to take some photos. We were the only people there. The views are spectacular. I imagine the sunset and sunrise would be amazing. I recommend coming here to take in the scenery.

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Baltimore, Maryland
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

Supposed to be the best sunset view - Usually crowded & we had clouds each evening. You may have better luck if you get there early on a clear evening.

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Portland, Oregon
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

There is an excellent view of Sedona from the top of the airport mesa. They have closed off the views to the south unfortunately and if you are looking for the "vortex" marked on some visitors maps it seems to be a bout halfway up the road on the east side. Worth the 10 minute drive!

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Orchard Park, New York
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013 NEW

This new restaurant has a cool and modern look. Airplane related posters, photos and models decorate the spacious room. Food is a little pricey but well worth it.

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Phoenix, Arizona
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013 via mobile

I had never been to this area before and a friend of mine took me there when I was visiting her. The view from the overlook was amazing. I can only imagine what it must look like at sunset. Having visited Colorado Springs a couple of years ago, I was quite surprised to see the similarities of Sedona and Colorado... More

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Frederick, Maryland
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

We took the advice of fellow trip advisors and went to watch the sunset from this point. It was fun to look below at the valley and see the whole town.

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Montgomery, Alabama
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

You get to Airport Mesa from 89. They have ample parking and the view is just beautiful. Take lots of pictures. Parking is free however they do ask for donations for the maintenance of the scenic view point. This place is known for sunset views however I went there during the day time and it was very beautiful. On our... More

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Fairview, Texas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

This is the place for Sedona sunsets. The weather was cloudy and stormy today but so worthwhile. Got there about 30 minutes before sunset and claimed a rock (stood on it for photos). Watched the rain move over the buttes/mesas and rewarded with beautiful sunset. Easy trip to the spot. Parking is free but be sure to leave $$ in... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

In my opinion, the view of the sunset from the airport wasn't really the greatest. It provides a great view of the actual sunset, yes, but there are other spots in Sedona that might offer a view of both the sunset AND the sun on the rocks and how it casts different shadows/colors on them. I would try to get... More

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Denver, North Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

We went to Airport Mesa for sunset (along with several hundred other people). It was not too crowded for getting great pics. On the way down, we stopped at the airport overlook and climbed the rock there where one of the vortexes is located. Great views of Bell, Cathedral and Courthouse rocks on the side of the Mesa where hwy... More

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