Cathedral Rock, Sedona

Cathedral Rock, Sedona
Wedesday, January 10, 2024
Our goal today was to climb Cathedral Rock. Initially, we planned to climb it right off the bat but seeing the crowds of people headed up that way, probably L us the fact that the light wasn't very good, we decided to circumnavigate it first.
We chose from a variety of trails to circumnavigate the rock. There was hardly anyone else on these trails; it was great.
We ended up climbing to the saddle on Cathedral Rock (about the highest you can go without technical climbing gear) in the late afternoon and descending just before sunset. This saddle is one of Sedona's renowned energy vertices. We didn't feel the energy but it was nevertheless spectacular.

[@laurenbouchie2394]

Very beautiful!

[@joebow-tv9hg]

Thank you!

[@aldenfrog]

what’s your favorite national park to visit in the summer? or the fall?
just found your channel & i love it already! happy trails 🏞️

[@OvertheHills]

I'd have to say Yosemite but with caveats. I've spent more time in Yosemite than any other NP but it's getting ridiculously crowded. My first visit was in 1980 but I wouldn't go to the Valley in summer. The high cuntry is great then (but look out in July because of the mosquitoes). We haven't been to anywhere near all the NPs but they're all getting crowded. Zion and Grand Canyon are also favourites but alsy very crowded. Thanks for reminding me. I need to apply to the GC backcountry lottery for a backpacking permit in October.