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Boynton Canyon, Sedona

Boynton Canyon
Dramatic formations in Boynton Canyon. Photo Creative Commons License Scott Ableman.

Boynton
Boynton Canyon glowing at sunset. Photo Creative Commons License Jack French.

Climbing Boynton Canyon
Climbing Boynton Canyon. Photo Creative Commons License Jess and Colin.

Boynton Canyon Trail
View from Boynton Canyon Trail. Photo Creative Commons License phxpma.

Ruins
Native American ruins in Boynton Canyon. Photo Creative Commons License Jason Shultz.

Enchantment Resort
Relaxing by the pool at Enchantment Resort. Photo Creative Commons License Fabrice Florin.

Location map and aerial view of Boynton Canyon. For a larger interactive view, see our Sedona Map.



Boynton Canyon is one of four rock formations in Sedona believed by New Age adherents to contain a power vortex. It is said to contain a balance of masculine and feminine energy. For non-vortex-enthusiasts, it is simply a wonderful place for hiking.

Located 8 miles west of the "Y" in Sedona, Boynton Canyon is one of the most beautiful spots in the area. The vortex here is considered a site of strong electromagnetic power, with a balance of masculine and feminine energy.

The Boynton Canyon Trail is a favorite with hikers, providing magnificent views of natural rock formations as well as several Sinagua cliff dwellings that are hundreds of years old.

Boynton Canyon Trail leads 3 miles up into the canyon from a parking area outside the gates of the luxury Enchantment resort (see map below right).

Quick Facts

Site Information
Names: Boynton Canyon
Location:Sedona, Arizona, USA
Category: Sacred Rocks
Faith:New Age
Status:active
Visitor Information
Coordinates: 34.912215° N, 111.851023° W   (view on Google Maps)

Note: This information was accurate when published and we do our best to keep it updated, but details such as opening hours can change without notice. To avoid disappointment, please check with the site directly before making a special trip.

Travel Resources

Article Sources

Article written by Holly Hayes with reference to the following sources:

  1. Frommer's Arizona
  2. Sedona's Energy Vortexes - Love Sedona
  3. Sedona Vortex Map (PDF)
  4. Reviews of Boynton Canyon - TripAdvisor
  5. Sedona exerts a strong pull on seekers of many sorts – Minneapolis Star Tribune, 2002
  6. Vortex Experience in Sedona - Sedona New Age Center


Article last updated: 04/17/2009.





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