Sedona to Page Arizona is 160 miles and takes approximately 2 hours 45 minutes via US-89A North through Oak Creek Canyon and US-89 North through Cameron. It is a closer and more manageable drive than from Las Vegas (280 miles) or Phoenix (275 miles), which means Page is a realistic day trip from Sedona, not just an overnight commitment. The drive itself is one of the best in Arizona: Oak Creek Canyon through Sedona, the Coconino Plateau above Flagstaff, the open Navajo Nation landscape on US-89, and the Colorado River gorge just before Page.
Distance
~160 miles from Sedona town center
Drive time
~2h45min direct · ~3h15min with stops
Main route
US-89A North to Flagstaff, then US-89 North
Best stop en route
Cameron Trading Post (120 miles, Navajo food and crafts)
States crossed
Arizona only
Recommended stay
1 night in Page (2 activities without rushing)
The route: US-89A to US-89
The drive from Sedona to Page uses two roads and stays entirely within Arizona. There are no interstate highways: the whole route is scenic two-lane driving through canyon country, plateau, and the Navajo Nation.
- Sedona to Flagstaff via US-89A North through Oak Creek Canyon (60 miles, ~1h15min). This is the most dramatic stretch of the drive. US-89A climbs north from Sedona through Oak Creek Canyon, a 16-mile natural gorge with red sandstone walls rising 1,500 feet on both sides. The road follows the creek, crossing it several times. Near Flagstaff the canyon opens onto the Coconino Plateau, and the landscape shifts abruptly from red rock to ponderosa pine forest at 7,000 feet elevation. Flagstaff is a college town with good breakfast options and full services.
- Flagstaff to Cameron via US-89 North (55 miles, ~50min). From Flagstaff, US-89 heads northeast across the Painted Desert. The road runs straight for long stretches with wide open views of the Navajo Nation. Cameron (pop. ~900) sits at the junction of US-89 and US-160 and marks the entry to the Navajo Nation proper. Cameron Trading Post here has been operating since 1916.
- Cameron to Page via US-89 North (57 miles, ~50min). North of Cameron, US-89 follows the Echo Cliffs, a 50-mile wall of orange sandstone running parallel to the road. Near Marble Canyon (17 miles west of Page), US-89 crosses the Colorado River at Navajo Bridge. The canyon below is 467 feet deep here and marks the northern end of the Grand Canyon system. Page is 17 miles east of the bridge.
Best stops along the way
1. Slide Rock State Park, Oak Creek Canyon (14 miles north of Sedona)
If you are leaving Sedona in the morning and want a stop on the way out, Slide Rock is a natural water slide carved into the red sandstone of Oak Creek. The park opens at 8:00 am in summer and 9:00 am in shoulder season. Entry is $30 per vehicle, and timed entry reservations are required May through September. It is a legitimate stop on the drive to Page because it is directly on US-89A, but it only makes sense if you are doing an overnight in Page rather than a day trip.
2. Flagstaff downtown (60 miles from Sedona)
Flagstaff is 60 miles and about 75 minutes from Sedona. If you are departing early, the Route 66 area near Flagstaff Amtrak station has several all-day breakfast spots open by 7:00 am. Macy's European Coffee House (known locally, open early) and Brandy's Restaurant are reliable. Flagstaff also has the last large grocery stores and pharmacies before Page, so stop here for any supplies. Fill up with fuel here as well: prices in the Navajo Nation on US-89 are higher than in Flagstaff.
3. Cameron Trading Post (120 miles from Sedona)
Cameron Trading Post is the standout en-route stop on the Sedona-to-Page drive. Operating continuously since 1916, it occupies a historic stone building at the US-89/US-160 junction and combines a restaurant, Navajo crafts gallery, and small history museum. The restaurant serves Navajo frybread, mutton stew, and standard American diner food. The gallery has authentic Navajo rugs, pottery, and silver jewelry at fairly-priced retail (not tourist-trap markup). The free museum covers Navajo and Hopi history and the trading post's role on the reservation. Allow 20-30 minutes. Fuel is available here.
4. Navajo Bridge / Marble Canyon (17 miles west of Page)
The last stop before Page. US-89 crosses the Colorado River on two bridges: the original 1929 steel arch bridge (now pedestrian only) and a 1995 replacement vehicle bridge alongside it. The Colorado runs 467 feet below, at the beginning of the Grand Canyon system. California condors, with wingspans up to 9.5 feet, are a regular sighting here: the canyon updrafts bring them to eye level from the pedestrian bridge. The stop is free, takes 15-20 minutes, and the small Interpretive Center (open April-October) covers the condor recovery program.
Day trip or overnight?
Unlike from Las Vegas (8 hours of driving) or Phoenix (5.5 hours), a day trip from Sedona to Page is genuinely manageable at 5.5 hours of total driving. Here is the honest breakdown:
| Schedule | Day trip | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Depart Sedona | 7:30 am | 8:00 am |
| Arrive Page | 10:15 am | 11:00 am |
| Antelope Canyon tour | 10:30 am (1.5h) | 11:30 am (1.5h) |
| Horseshoe Bend | 12:30 pm (1h) | 1:30 pm (1h) |
| Lunch | 1:45 pm (45min) | 3:00 pm |
| Glen Canyon Dam | no time | next morning |
| Depart Page | 2:30 pm | next day |
| Back in Sedona | 5:15 pm | whenever you like |
The day trip works if you pre-book an early Antelope Canyon tour (the 10:30 am or 11:00 am slots fill first). The main constraint is that Antelope Canyon requires an advance booking and Horseshoe Bend takes longer than people expect. If you want to walk Horseshoe Bend without feeling rushed, add Glen Canyon Dam, or have any buffer for the unexpected, one night in Page is the right call.
Guided tours from Sedona
If you prefer not to drive 160 miles each way, several operators run full-day tours from Sedona that include transportation to Page, an Antelope Canyon entry, and Horseshoe Bend. The tradeoff: you are on the tour's schedule, not your own, and total time in Page is usually 3-4 hours.
Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend Tour from Sedona
Full-day van tour from Sedona: Oak Creek Canyon drive, Navajo-guided Antelope Canyon entry, and Horseshoe Bend. Transportation included, no rental car needed. Books out weeks ahead in peak season.
Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend Day Tour from Sedona
The same pairing as the tour above and about $39 dearer, with one difference that matters if your dates are still soft: this one cancels free up to 24 hours before, and the cheaper one does not refund at all. Eleven hours door to door from Sedona. Smaller review base, so weigh the flexibility against the track record.
Alternatively, drive yourself to Page and book just the canyon portion with an authorized Navajo operator. Self-driving costs less for two or more people and lets you set your own schedule for Horseshoe Bend and other stops. See all authorized Antelope Canyon operators.
What to do in Page, Arizona
Antelope Canyon
Antelope Canyon is the main reason most people drive from Sedona to Page. There are three accessible sections, all requiring a guided Navajo-licensed tour booked in advance:
- Upper Antelope Canyon (The Crack): the section famous for light beams. Tours from $100-120 per adult. The narrow slot canyon is ground-level, easy walking, and very busy. Light beams appear when sun is directly overhead, generally April through August between 10:00 am and 1:00 pm.
- Lower Antelope Canyon (The Corkscrew): slightly cheaper ($75-109), a bit less crowded than Upper, requires climbing metal staircases into and out of the canyon. The spiral sandstone formations are different from Upper.
- Canyon X: the least visited of the three, with smaller group sizes and a more photography-friendly format. Tripods are allowed. Prices similar to Upper at $99-149.
All three sections require booking weeks ahead in summer and during spring break. See the full Antelope Canyon operators comparison and current tour prices before booking.
Horseshoe Bend
Horseshoe Bend is the Colorado River's 270-degree curve around a sandstone peninsula, visible from a cliff edge 1,000 feet above the river. Entry is free; parking is $10 per vehicle. The walk from the lot to the overlook is 1.5 miles round-trip on a paved-then-sandy path, mostly flat. No tours required.
Go early (before 9:00 am) or late (after 4:00 pm) to avoid crowds and midday heat. In summer the midday sun bleaches the canyon color and the exposed parking lot reaches 110 degrees. Sunrise and late afternoon light give the best photographs.
Glen Canyon Dam
The 710-foot-tall concrete arch dam sits right at the edge of Page and creates Lake Powell, the second-largest reservoir in the United States. The Carl Hayden Visitor Center (free entry, open year-round) has exhibits on the dam's construction in the 1960s and walking tours of the dam structure itself. Allow 45 minutes to 1 hour. The bridge alongside the dam has a pedestrian walkway with views directly down into the canyon below.
Antelope Canyon operators: full comparison
All nine authorized Navajo operators for Upper, Lower, and Canyon X compared: prices, group sizes, and booking links.
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Antelope Canyon from Sedona
163 miles and 2h45min north on US-89A. Yes, it works as a day trip, but you have to leave by 7 am. Guided tours and self-drive options compared.
Read more →How far is Page Arizona from Sedona?
Page is approximately 160 miles from Sedona via US-89A North and US-89 North. The drive takes about 2 hours 45 minutes without stops. The route goes through Flagstaff (60 miles from Sedona) and Cameron (120 miles) before reaching Page.
Can you do a day trip from Sedona to Page Arizona?
Yes, and it is more realistic than from Las Vegas. With only 2h45min each way (5.5 hours total driving), you have time for one major activity in Page on a long day. A realistic day-trip schedule: leave Sedona by 7:30 am, arrive Page around 10:15 am, do one Antelope Canyon tour (1.5 hours), walk Horseshoe Bend (1 hour), lunch, depart Page by 2:30 pm, back in Sedona by 5:15 pm. If you want both Antelope Canyon and extra time at Horseshoe Bend without rushing, a single overnight is a much better use of the drive.
What is the best route from Sedona to Page Arizona?
The standard and fastest route is US-89A North through Oak Creek Canyon to Flagstaff (60 miles, about 1h15min with the canyon switchbacks), then US-89 North through Cameron to Page (100 miles, about 1h30min). The entire drive is on two roads. The Oak Creek Canyon stretch of US-89A is one of the most scenic drives in Arizona: red sandstone walls rising 1,500 feet on both sides as you climb from Sedona to the Coconino Plateau.
What is there to do in Page Arizona?
Three main attractions: Antelope Canyon (Upper, Lower, or Canyon X, all requiring a guided Navajo-licensed tour booked in advance), Horseshoe Bend (the famous Colorado River overlook, free entry, $10 parking, 1-mile walk), and Glen Canyon Dam (free visitor center with tours of the dam structure). Lake Powell and Wahweap Marina are also nearby for boat tours and kayaking.
Do you need a tour to visit Antelope Canyon from Sedona?
Yes. You can book a tour that departs from Sedona and includes transportation, or you can drive yourself to Page and book just the canyon entry tour with an authorized Navajo operator. The Sedona-to-Page guided tours are convenient for first-time visitors who prefer not to drive. If you have a rental car and are comfortable with the 160-mile drive, booking just the canyon portion in Page is cheaper and gives more flexibility for timing Horseshoe Bend.
Is Cameron Trading Post worth stopping at?
Yes, especially if you are on an early start. Cameron Trading Post at the junction of US-89 and US-160 (about 120 miles from Sedona) has been operating since 1916 as a Navajo trading hub. The on-site restaurant serves decent Navajo frybread and coffee, and the gallery sells authentic Navajo rugs, pottery, and jewelry at fair prices. It sits just outside the Navajo Nation boundary, so fuel and food prices are lower than at reservation stops. Allow 20-30 minutes.
How long does Horseshoe Bend take?
Plan 45 minutes to 1 hour from the parking lot. The paved path to the overlook is 1.5 miles round-trip (mostly flat with one short sandy section). The viewpoint is open 24 hours, but park staff manage entry and the lot can fill by mid-morning in peak season. Arrive before 9:00 am or after 4:00 pm to avoid the worst crowds. Parking is $10 per vehicle.
Where should I stay in Page for one night?
Page has limited but adequate hotel options. Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell is the best-reviewed mid-range option, with a restaurant open early for pre-tour breakfasts. Best Western View of Lake Powell is a reliable budget choice with decent views. Book at least 2-3 weeks in advance for summer and holidays: Page has fewer than 1,500 hotel rooms total and fills quickly when Antelope Canyon tours sell out.
Written by Diego Fresno, Travel writer and independent publisher specialising in the American Southwest. Latest research conducted on location in Page, Arizona during July 2025. Guides are verified quarterly; last review April 2026.. Verified quarterly: last review April 2026. About the author →