Sedona, AZ is said to have several vortex locations and it’s part of the reason I chose to visit. My husband was game for hiking up to them, but he scoffed at the new-age power they supposedly held. I’m more open-minded about these kinds of things so I was ready to take in any experience the vortex’s put out. I’d had hoped to visit several of them, but an unexpected late snowfall meant that we didn’t have the right gear to spend any extended time outside.
Books About Sedona’s Vortex Sites
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Sedona Airport Mesa Vortex
We were able to access the Sedona Airport Mesa Vortex which is not far from the road. The trail head parking is easy to find and well marked but on days when there’s good weather it can be tough to find a spot. There are no facilities at this location though there is a porta potty at the next airport outlook located up the hill.
There are handholds pounded into the rock for the trail that runs up the left side of the site, but much of it is slippery when wet with snow or rain, so wear shoes with great traction. There were several areas where trails had been washed out and some of the trees suffered weather damage and were cordoned off.
Once you scramble up the 200 ft or so you’ll be rewarded with some amazing views of the Sedona area. Ancient lore also says you’ll be met with masculine energy which is said to help you focus and get things done. Others claim that this vortex also has a feminine energy as well. In fact, there are so many different stories about what power a vortex has and how it makes one feel, that it’s pretty much left up to you to decide what spiritual effect it has on you, if any.
I think Philip Coppens wrote best how I feel, “A related question is whether these vortexes exist. As there is no clear definition of what they are meant to do or are, clearly, the argument is that they are nothing more or less, than places sought out by people who might indeed feel revitalised, if only because each site does offer stunning views that should (re)charge a visitor by the awe Nature instills in us. Sedona is a landscape that changes as time crawls from sunrise to sunset; those who have seen Sedona in sun, rain and snow argue that each element adds to its mystical quality; having seen the town in all three conditions, I can only agree.”
I’ll admit standing on the top of the Sedona Airport Mesa Vortex I felt strong and confident, but then I was winded and was feeling lightheaded, so I could have imagined it all. Still, the twisted trees on the top are said to prove the vortex’s presence and without leaves it was easy to see their twisted trunk and limbs. Are they caused by wind? Spiritual power? Or an energy? I have no idea, but I do know that I loved the flora and fauna and the fact that we got to enjoy it during a freakishly late March snow which made it even more magical.
But maybe the vortex did work a little magic on us both as we agreed that Sedona is a place we could see ourselves living in the future. Only two or three other places in the US have had the same pull for us. Was it the vortex? The planes and helicopters flying so close overhead from the nearby airport? The lack of oxygen from climbing in the cold air at elevations I’m not used to? We may never know, but those few minutes on top of the Sedona Airport Mesa Vortex were truly a special memory my husband and I shared – the beauty of going there during the snow when few others dared to brave the slippery steps meant we had it to ourselves if only for a few moments.
Have you visited any of the Sedona Vortex locations? What was your experience?
these pictures are truly stunning. i would love to see this place in person!
Thank you! I have hundreds more that are even better 🙂
What beautiful photos! It looks like you had a magical time
We did! We’re ready to go back. 🙂
Amazing photos! What a fun thing to experience! WE are headed to Arizona next week!
Have fun! I suspect you won’t have to worry about snow on your trip 🙂
That’s absolutely beautiful. I would love to visit there.
This was so interesting! I do remembering hearing about these vortexes, but had forgotten about them. Now, I’m dying to visit! Thanks!
Wow this looks amazing. The snow on dessert terrain is beautiful
Seeing the snow on that terrain is beautiful. I’ve always wanted to visit Sedona.
The area looks beautiful with snow. Your pics are really good. I am so tired of snow – we just got 6 more inches yesterday!
WOW! How amazing to see snow in your neck of the woods. It looks quite beautiful dusted in snow!
The snow was in Sedona. No snow for us here in Seattle this year…not even enough nights below freezing so we’re already dealing with sugar ants…it’s going to be a long and buggy summer!
Wow, what amazing pictures. We have been through the area numerous times over the years on our way to Phoenix. Next time we go we will have to make sure we stop and take it all in.
Oh, you have to stop! There are so many amazing places to go in Sedona!
Totally worth being winded and lightheaded. And you got some amazing pictures to share!
I think the Vortex really helped me 🙂 At least that’s my story. I am normally afraid of heights but for some reason I wasn’t at all. I felt like my feet were really grounded and I wasn’t worried at all. Weird for me, but grateful!
Wow what an incredible place. You managed to get some incredible shots of the landscape.
This is so cool, I had no idea Arizona got snow. Looks so neat!
That is such an interesting contrast, the snow and the desert! Really cool! Thanks!
I took so many pics of snow on cactus – so weird. 🙂
I loved the video and pics! Arizona looks gorgeous in snow!
Ah, thanks so much for watching the video! It was my first try at voice-over.
These pictures are gorgeous! I’ve never been to Sedona but I really want to visit now!
I love finding special places to hike. If I ever get to Sedona, I’ll definitely try hiking here. Very pretty pics!
So many great places to hike – from amazing riverbeds, dessert, and into the pines.
What gorgeous pictures! What a great place to visit!
What amazing photo’s. Sounds like a great hike!
Oh my gosh. What a spectacular view. Awesome
This place looks so beautiful! Just something about the White Snow against the Branches and the Rocks makes this breathtaking
It was such a surprise to wake up to snow that we just had to get out in it. It was magical for sure.
Wow look at that snow. These photos are beautiful.
Beautiful images and makes me miss our cross country trip.
I was in Sedona many summers ago and it did not look like this. Love that part of country
Summer I’m sure is quite a bit different. I am heat intolerant because of a neurological condition so the cold and snow was perfect weather for me. I never wore anything warmer than a raincoat. My husband on the other hand was freezing 🙂
Wow, the grounds is really pretty here! I think I would also be intrigued to visit!
I have heard of the vortexes but was never sure if it was am actual thing or not. We are sort of heading that way in the later half of this year so I might convince the rest of the family to make a small detour to Sedona
Yes! Sedona is amazing! We loved the Sedona Museum and shopping in Up Town plus finding all the public art scattered around the town. Kids will love the sound art downtown – musical instruments that beg you to play them. Have fun!
I love Sedona. I have never been there in the snow before. Beautiful.
We spent quite a bit of time at Sedona. This brought back so many great memories. Great photography!
Thank you! It was our first trip but it will not be our last!
These photos are just beautiful! This looks like a great place to visit!
That looks like an amazing place to spend the day. The scenery is absolutely gorgeous.