Sedona Travel Status

Is Sedona Safe to Visit Right Now?

Yes — Sedona is open and clear. There is no active fire or closure affecting the town right now. Below are the official sources we watch so this page stays honest whenever conditions change.

Last updated August 30, 2026

Status at a glance

Town of Sedona
Open
Open and operating normally. The town was never under an evacuation order at any point during the fire.
Where our homes are
Unaffected
All our homes are in West Sedona & Uptown. They stayed open and welcomed guests throughout.
SR 89A North / Oak Creek Cyn
Open
The scenic drive to Flagstaff is open in both directions. It reopened July 13.
Pocket Fire
Out
Declared 100% contained on July 30, 2026. Air quality is normal and smoke is no longer a factor.
Some forest trails
Still closed
A Forest Service closure order over the burn area runs to Sept 30, 2026 unless rescinded. Devil's Bridge, Boynton Canyon, Brins Mesa and Dry Creek are among the trails affected. Check the Coconino alerts page before you plan a hike.

Planning a stay, or already booked?

All of our homes sit in West Sedona and Uptown — they stayed open and welcomed guests right through the fire, and with 89A reopened the full Sedona experience is back. If you have a trip in mind, you’re welcome to book direct with your hosts, and if you have any questions about your dates, just reach out and we’ll give you the honest, current picture.

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Official sources — always confirm here

We’re local Sedona hosts sharing a traveler-friendly summary — not an emergency authority. During an active fire, conditions and closures can change by the hour. Always confirm with the official sources above before you travel or make plans. This page was last updated August 30, 2026.