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Chapel of the Holy Cross

Sedona, AZ

History

A 1956 modernist chapel built into red rock buttes south of Sedona. Entry is free; parking at the top is very limited, so larger vehicles should use the pullouts below.

Nearest town
Sedona, AZ
Category
History & culture
GPS
34.8325, -111.7667

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Camp AvalonCampsite
    3 mi from Chapel of the Holy Cross
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  • Angel Valley Dispersed Camping AreaCampsite
    7 mi from Chapel of the Holy Cross
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  • FR 120A DispersedCampsite
    7 mi from Chapel of the Holy Cross
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  • Javalina Dispersed Camping AreaCampsite
    7 mi from Chapel of the Holy Cross
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  • Fort Tuthill County CampgroundCampsite
    22 mi from Chapel of the Holy Cross
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  • Lakeview CampgroundCampsite
    22 mi from Chapel of the Holy Cross
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All campsites in Arizona · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Chapel of the Holy Cross?

Chapel of the Holy Cross is in Sedona, AZ, at GPS 34.8325, -111.7667. It is about 15 mi from Cottonwood.

Can you camp near Chapel of the Holy Cross?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Chavez Crossing Group Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 57 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Chapel of the Holy Cross?

Chapel of the Holy Cross is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Verde Valley and Oak Creek Canyon: Phoenix to Flagstaff.

What is there to see near Chapel of the Holy Cross?

Places worth a stop nearby: Red Rock Crossing (Crescent Moon) (2 mi), Slide Rock State Park (8 mi), Oak Creek Canyon Vista (12 mi) and Montezuma Well (13 mi).

When is the best time to visit Chapel of the Holy Cross?

The most pleasant months are usually May and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and June–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)