The Crescent Moon picnic area sits beneath the towering Cathedral Rock, reflecting in the serene waters of Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing. Situated approximately seven miles south of Sedona, Arizona, the area is in the heart of the famous “Red Rock” landscape. Cathedral Rock is revered by Native Americans as a home of gods and birthplace of the first man and woman. Rising toward the sky from a red sandstone base, the spires of Cathedral Rock inspire wonder and awe. The summit elevation of Cathedral Rock is 4,967 feet. Oak Creek at Red Rock Crossing is considered a strong vortex as well as a sacred area in Native American history.
Majestically overlooking the land and Oak Creek, Cathedral Rock is revered by Native Americans as a home of gods and birthplace of the first man and woman. Rising toward the sky from a red sandstone base, the spires of Cathedral Rock inspire wonder and awe. Cathedral Rock is a natural landmark on the Sedona, Arizona skyline, and is one of the most-photographed sights in Arizona. The summit elevation of Cathedral Rock is 4,967 feet. Oak Creek, where it runs next to Cathedral Rock, is called Red Rock Crossing and considered a strong vortex as well as a sacred area in Native American history.