Halfway Picnic Area Access
Halfway Picnic Area Access
Halfway Picnic Area is a scenic day-use access point on Oak Creek along AZ-89A, located 5 miles north of Sedona, featuring eight picnic tables with grills, restrooms, and parking.
The site offers direct access to Oak Creek's clear water pools for swimming and wading, with nearby hiking trails and a $5 per vehicle day-use fee (Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass required).
Note that potable water is not available on-site, camping is not permitted, and parking can fill quickly during peak times.
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