The calendar may say otherwise but summer definitely seems to be here in Arizona. That means most of us are looking for ways to stay cool but sitting under the air conditioner all day is no fun! If you want to get out of the house and spend some time under the sun without roasting, you’ll want to check out this natural waterslide.
This is Slide Rock State Park, which sits just off the scenic Highway 89A a few miles north of Sedona in the beautiful Oak Creek canyon.
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It is one of the most popular water recreation areas in the state and has been named a top swimming location in national publications.
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The cool waters rush down an 80-foot winding sandstone crevice, smooth and slippery from years of water erosion. No wonder it’s the perfect spot for summer recreation!
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Your adventure starts here, the entrance of the state park. You’ll get to see the beautiful red rocks surrounding the natural waterslide and the homestead that still sits here.
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Walk down to the waters and you’ll see what all the hullabaloo about the park is about. You can walk around, do a bit of sunbathing, and have fun wading through some areas.
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So, what are you waiting for? Get down there and slide!
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When you visit, don’t forget to check out the old homestead and apple orchard, which date to the early 1900s.
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Can you think of a better place to spend a sunny summer day?
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Slide Rock State Park is located at 6871 North Highway 89A, about 6.8 miles north of Sedona. You can find details about the hours of operation, directions, and other tips by visiting the Arizona State Parks website.
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The place fills up quickly so arrive early!
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Want to find more water-based activities to do this summer? You will love visiting some of Arizona’s beautiful lakes and you can read some of our suggestions in There’s Something Magical About These 14 Arizona Lakes In The Summer.
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