Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park

This is a beautiful, serene location with amazing views of the surrounding Red Rocks. I'd recommend learning more about the history of the Amitabha Stupa and peace park before visiting. It was built keeping in mind the area's native history, and the land is recognized as holy by both Buddhists as well as the native tribes. The medicine wheel was created to honor the native American tribes like the Hopi, Apache, and the Navajo. You walk the medicine wheel to look for guidance or clarity; enter the wheel at the East opening and walk clockwise to the South. Try the prayer wheels too, spin them while walking clockwise. Similarly, many circle the stupa three times, walking clockwise. The Clockwise direction is a sign of respect and devotion and is said to follow the natural turn of the universe. The Buddha was carved out of a single piece of mahogany - a very beautiful sculpture. I learnt all this after researching before I visited as this is holy, consecrated land and I want to be respectful to the place and the people visting. Thankfully, it rained heavily the previous day and lightly on the day of my visit, so the crowds had thinned out. The rain has also led to the creation of a gushing stream of water, which added to the beauty and tranquility of the place. While most people were quiet and respectful, speaking in hushed tones, there were many yelling and talking loudly, which is not ideal in this environment. I still feel like I visited at the best time possible. This place is pet friendly, dogs to be leashed at all times, and there are no restrooms, only porta potties. A must see in Sedona, just make sure you go early maybe to avoid the crowds.

A wonderful but small “peaceful” park/temple that’s open free to the public everyday. There were many religious structures and explanations of Tibetan Buddhism that were quite educational. There was a trail to explore and enjoy the serenity. Highly recommended.

Absolutely wonderful site in stunning surroundings. Peaceful space to enjoy nature, meditate and spread love and positive thoughts and vibes into the world! Highly recommend. Easy short hike up to the site from the parking lot.

Absolutely tranquil. Lots of trail pathways to do walking meditations or places to sit. People are quiet and respectable. The bird feeders and wind chimes throughout the park are lovely.

I absolutely love Sedona, and little places like the Stupa Peace Park make it even more special. The park is beautifully maintained and clearly cared for, offering a peaceful and welcoming atmosphere. There’s a nice trail and short hike leading up to the stupa, making the visit feel like a little adventure without being too difficult. The setting is serene, and it’s a wonderful spot to slow down, reflect, and just enjoy the natural beauty of the area. A lovely day trip and definitely a place I’d recommend for anyone who appreciates quiet, mindful spaces.

Oh my..what can I say, this was such a great find in the Sedona area. We trailed and circle around the temple and the Buddha statue that sits Up on the hill from the view of the temple. There are seatings just plain outdoors chairs and you can mediate or pray. I felt so lucky to have experienced it while visiting and it felt tranquil, peaceful and relaxing 😌 this is the place to be when you’re feeling down and feeling the world just doesn’t quite understand you. Take a trip there and ring them bells and messages for prayers. It’s such a beautiful place with all the different things that you can see and experience them by yourself or with someone you love.

In Sedona, I feel this is a must see "spiritual" place. It's quiet. It's meaningful, it's special. Learn about it, experience it, go there to release your worries, pray for yourself or others, remind yourself that there can be peace within coming to a spiritual place. I go here often to find a life balance. To take my worries to release them. You have to experience it to understand.

Tibetan Buddhism park with a stupa and a Buddha statue. Some trails in the surrounding areas with all the red rock mountains around.

Magical! If there was only one word to describe this place it would be magical. The peaceful atmosphere and nature are both beautiful and unique. As you walk through the whimsical trail you are surrounded by juniper trees and prayer flags. The mysterious mystic feeling you feel when you're walking around is nothing short of amazing and zen like. A very special and powerful place to visit. Enjoy!

Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park is such a beautiful outdoor park and a spiritual destination for prayer, meditation, and reflection. As you walk through the peaceful paths at this park it's very calming and serene. At the beginning of the path we came across the beautiful Stupa and took some time to sit down to reflect and say a prayer. Make sure after your prayer you walk around the Stupa in a clockwise direction. Please be mindful when passing by other people in prayer or meditation. I also visited the Medicine wheel which embodies the Four Directions, as well as Father Sky, Mother Earth, and Spirit Tree--all of which symbolize dimensions of health and the cycles of life. The four components of the Medicine Wheel are air, fire, earth and water. North, East, South and West. I took some time to reflect on my life and ground myself and restore balance. I even took my Crystals with me into the circle. Loved the experience and peacefulness I felt here. Next time I'd love to spend more time here at the park and some Yoga and meditate closer to the Vortex.

Highly recommend you coming here if you are in Sedona. A very spiritual experience to enjoy the beautiful nature and hear all the bluebirds. As you walk around you continue to feel the peace and take it all in. We truly enjoy this place.

A quick stop on our way back from hiking. You can check this off your list within 15 mins. A cool stop but if you're disabled it would be challenging for you to see.

I had the opportunity to visit this place recently and it was well worth it. There's something about being in Sedona that's always so calming. This peace & prayer park has several seating areas for meditation &self reflection. The walk from the upper trailhead parking lot leads you right past the Native American Medicine Wheel. Make sure you take a short hike up the path from the Stupaand the wooden statue of Shakyamuni Buddha to experience it. If you don't park in the upper lot,, you'll have to hike up a short distance to see it. Spin the prayer wheels clockwise to send your prayers and the prayers etched on the wheels out to the universe. The prayer flags and wind chimes in the trees give this place a magical feeling. I didn't see any signage to find this place, Depending on where you park the hike is 5-10mins, from the upper parking lot the walk is about 5mins on a dirt path with lots of ups and downs. Next time I'm in Sedona I'll do one of the trails off this trailhead, the area is beautiful. I recommend a quick visit to this peace park if you're in the area.

Place of worship Small dirt parking Easy short hike Porta potty Donation box Red rock background

A must go when in Sedona! Amitabha Stupa and Peace Park is very tranquil and has many places to relax and take in the sights. I am not a birder, but depending on when you visit, I can always see many different types of birds. The Red Rocks, vegetation and wildlife will keep you coming back! Sometimes you see tour guides bring their groups through the park. In life, this was my baby sister's favorite place! In death, she will always be here with a personalized brick we bought in her honor. Love ya Barb! Please get the lay of the land of the afterlife! When it's my time, I don't want to look like a tourist!

Quiet and tranquil spot in sedona away from the busier trails. There is a decent amount of parking right near the beginning of the trail. There were a few different directions you could go in to see different statues.

This is a beautiful and tranquil park. The walk from the parking lot to the stupa is fairly simple. Prior to visiting, I had never been to a stupa before, so I did not know what to expect. In addition to the spiritual elements, this is also a wonderful place to enjoy the natural sights of Sedona and to just relax for a moment. I felt completely at ease here.

I cannot say enough great things about my experience. Firstly, the hike is very brief up to the temple. From the parking lot my husband and I parked in, I'd say we "hiked" no more than 5 mins. I had planned poorly and had sandals (slides) on, but it was not an issue as the hike was short and very do-able. There were many markers throughout explaining the expectations and rules of the park such as no littering and to respect the park and others. Arriving at the temple, I was in awe. Serenity exudes from the temple and Buddha statue and I felt truly at peace. The property has many bird feeders and wind chimes, which add to the ambiance and when I closed my eyes I felt very zen and relaxed. I could not recommend this place enough if you are a spiritual person looking for some guidance, serenity or a meditative space. The temples, sculpture and sheer beauty of nature are an indescribable combo! If planning to visit, you should visit their website to understand the expectations and guidelines of visiting the park.

Beautiful peaceful space. You have to take a dirt trail to get to the main area but it's an easy walk.

I i'm so glad we decided to stop. It was a beautiful little park. I fell at peace and at one with the environment. I definitely highly recommend you stop just to take a moment to breathe in. You can even pray and meditate here.

I'm glad we stopped by this park. I thought it was so beautiful and the hike was barely even that, it's 5 minutes walk from the parking area to the area pictured. My only wish was that the other tourists were respectful and quiet. There are people who come and pray or even just find a space of tranquility. However it must be difficult to regulate this. There is a Buddha statue made of wood from Bali that was amazing to see.

We very much enjoyed this park! So much great energy here. Stopped here on our Arizona Safari Jeep Vortex Tour! We will stop back when we are in town next time!

We were excited to go because of all the reviews about it being peaceful and quiet compared to other Sedona sites. Maybe we were unlucky, but when we went it was super crowded with very loud tourists. There's plenty of parking and it's an easy walk to get to the site. The site is pretty small with lots of Buddhism education (it's pretty touristy). There are also some short hikes as well that aren't well shaded, so make sure you're prepared with hats and water if you decide to do them. Personally, I'd recommend the vortexes and hikes over stopping at this park.

Great place to visit and have a picnic, hike and meditation. The only draw back is those who require ADA services are limited and/or unable to go due to the trails being uneven, narrow and/or at an incline. No rails for anyone with balance issues. I enjoyed the scenery, peacefulness and birds chirping while scurried through the bushes and/or hung out in nearby trees. I would definitely visit this place again. We greatly appreciated that it was free to visit this place.

This is a lovely and peaceful place. I found it spiritually invigorating. There is a little bit of a walk up: but you'll be glad you made the trip. There is a great spot to meditate. Lovely.

This place is really peaceful and quiet compared to other busy places in Sedona. Make sure to spend some time to sit and meditate amidst the sound of birds and breeze. Just a small climb to reach the statue. Old aged people can climb with caution. Decent parking area. No food near to this area so bring water if you are spending some time here.

This park is beyond beautiful and sacred! The amount of uplifting energy & peace that I felt cannot be put into words! There is plenty of parking available, and the park is a short walk from the parking lot. I went early, and at that time it felt very serene with not too many people. I would highly recommend visiting here if you would like to meditate, release stagnant energy and revitalize yourself mentally/physically/spiritually, and even pray! Honestly, you do not come by places like this everyday! Glad that I visited.

This was an unexpected stop on our Sedona journey but well worth it. They have walking paths and flags all over around the temple but the temple itself is worth the journey. It was so peaceful and quiet, and I left feeling revamped and rejuvenated. There is lots of information there about Buddhism and the meanings behind the temple and park. It was so full of good energy and definitely take advantage of the prayer book there - to say a prayer for someone and leave your own. Its free to go to and a short easy hike up to the temple - definitely watch your footing in some places though! As always - go when its not too hot and take water if you plan to walk around any, its still the desert!

Peaceful and tranquil place to take a small hike and enjoy a breezy day. Good place to meditate and possibly do some manifestation

Exceptional unique! Completely worth a visit. It furthers the spiritual vibe of Sedona albeit via a valid religion; Buddhism. Incredible Anitabha Stupa. Stupas have been around for 2,600 years and represent the Buddha's enlightened mind; also considered the body of Buddha - it's important to remember it's sacred and do not touch or climb on it. People come for spiritual connections, healing, prosperity and peace. Thus, speak in whispers or just commune with nature. Beautiful prayer wheels, an incredible hand carved Buddha statue made out of one piece of mahogany. It is incredible piece of art. Fairly easy to walk to from parking lot although it's rocky with uneven ground. My disabled man with a cane needed to stay in vehicle sadly. This is definitely worth your time.

So I almost hate to even review this place. Sedona IMHO has become too much of a destination, and the crowds are starting to spoil its charm and its unique vibe. However, The Peace Park is a nice exception Its kind off by itself and has a level of peace to it that is sadly missing in Sedona by and large these days with all the crowds. Nice desert-scape framed with the red rocks makes for an idea place to meditate or simply feel the wind, the flutter of flags and general tranquility this place offers

.3 miles from the parking lot, this is an easy hike. This place is very peaceful with plenty of areas to meditate. The parking lot closes at 5 but you can still exit after 5, just be sure to enter the parking lot before 5.

I highly recommend stopping by Amitabha Stupa & Peace Park @amitabhastupa if you are traveling North from Phoenix and the Valley. It's in Sedona near Downtown. This is a free park for all to stop, stretch your legs and meditate or hike a little and enjoy the native fauna and flora. You may also add a prayer to the prayer book and there are chairs and a small canopy of shade. Pets are welcome on a leash. The red rock views here are amazing and unable to be captured in their full beauty in a photo.

Just off the main road with good parking and walkability for most. A serene place for experiencing yourself and away from the non-sense in the news. If you know little of what a Stupa represents a good place to learn. Sit, walk, enjoy the place and come back when you need to recharge your batteries or discharge the negatives of life. Namaste.

I love this place always so quiet and the hike is peaceful Everyone is courteous, kind. You leave feeling rejuvenated

Amazing! One of the most peaceful places, about a 3 min hike up to the location. It's a must when going to Sedona

This is the place where I go to most when I am in Sedona. The Stupa has amazing energy and you definitely feel it. The medicine wheel is also a great place to do your ceremony. Bonus is the hiking trails that are easily accessible from here.

I am all for places which promote peace. It was a wonderful spot for people gather in solemnitude. There were about quarter mile paths with niche areas to contemplate. The stupa had prayer wheels and place for meditation. The fluttering colorful flags lifted prayers toward heaven. Nearby is the Andante trailhead and Thunderhead trail system. Two parking areas.

First time here and it blew me away. I learned the cultural traditions here and embraced participating. I felt so much bliss here, calmness, love and peace. Followed the meditation near the vortex and oh how it touched my heart and soul. So many places I could be but it was here in the moment that was meant to be. Discovered a new favorite quote on a stone that now is engraved on my heart everyday. So set your wishes into the universe as I did while here. Come live, love, and just breathe take it all in. You belong here in this experience too!

I like less popular attractions and I found that here. The drive was pretty easy. They have a small parking lot. From the parking lot, there is a well marked path that leads to the Amitabha Stupa and peace park. It was really peaceful there and although other people were there, it was quiet. It had a lot of things to check out and I really enjoyed this place. You can spend a little time here or hours. If you want to get a way from the busy trails and full parking lots in Sedona, give this place a try.

Beautiful. Calm. Relaxing. So many birds walking around and chirping. It snowed last night and I was able to walk there .5 mile each way and enjoy the park which had one person their meditating. I just felt a calm as I looked around and appreciated the beautiful location and scenery.

Beautiful, took my class here on a field trip. They enjoyed it very much! We made a whole day trip, not just visiting there, but we also went to moondog Pizza and diner, and even had time to visit the chapel of the Holy Cross, which is beautiful, including the views.

We stopped here partly as it connects with some hiking trails, but also to check out the park / temple on the way. We arrived early (maybe 7:45 a.m.?) and the parking lot still had a latched chain up. I am not sure when this is taken down, but it was open when we left around 9:15 a.m. The park is located at the north end of some neighborhoods north of highway 89A in west Sedona. The scenery here is great. Some red rock formations rise up as a backdrop to the park. Access is via a gravel parking lot. you then hike up short trails that wind through some trees until you emerge at the center of the complex - the Stupa. I am mostly unfamiliar with Buddhist rituals, but they had the central Stupa which some adherents were pacing around in a square. They also had prayer wheels, sort of vertically mounted metal drums about 18" tall that can be pushed to rotate. They also had signage explaining various aspects of the complex. This was, by design, a great place to just sit and relax / meditate, if you are so inclined.

Overcrowded area. Set up is nice. Not very big. Not a lot of privacy!! Trail was not worth driving from Phoenix to see.

Nice place to spend about an hour. Great for walking and relaxing. Some interesting sculptures.

In many visits to Sedona I have always wanted to stop here to visit this peaceful park. Glad we had extra time to complete this visit on our most recent trip. Not to difficult to find, just use your GPS and the location provides a small parking area. The park sits at the base of Thunder Mountain and takes up 14 acres. Per the native peoples, the land is deemed holy. This park is a great place to meditate and find peace. The energy here is very calming and grounding provided you are open and receptive. As you enter the park, the Amitabha Stupa appears and it is so striking. Just walking by the Stupa provides a feeling of deep calm. Prayer wheels are nearby and ready for use. I really enjoyed using the medicine wheel while I visited and I had the opportunity to complete a meditation in Mother Nature (my favorite kind). Overall if you are a spiritual person and need a break on your trip or you are not a spiritual person but just need to de-stress, a visit here will do you some good. Everyone is Welcome!

Lovely, quiet, peaceful, zen place. Great place to mediate to clear your mind. Worth a visit. You have to go through residential neighborhoods to get here. Then you turn on a dirt driveway. There's a parking lot to your right where the entrance is and straight ahead is the over flow lot. We got here at 2pm and no cars. We thought we were lost or they were closed. I think it's due to the triple digit heat. Finally another car came and then a tour bus came. Everyone is welcome here. Even your fur babies. The entrance is right behind the welcome sign. It takes you through a path to the first Stupa in the center and prayer wheels. There's not really a map or set direction on where to go next. Just pick a trail. We went behind the Stupa, up and around to Shakyamuni Buddha. Then continue up to the Medicine Wheel. Then down to the mini Stupa and back to the main Stupa and prayer wheels.

Very cool and unique experience! You go through the Sedona suburbs (saw my first javelina!) then park at a small dusty lot. Then go up to the stupa. It was a steep hike up but not bad. We went here on such a beautiful day. Clear blue skies and crisp air. It was the perfect setting. The stupa and peace park itself was amazing. It's not something I see often. I definitely felt the peace and quiet up there! Must see for sure.

Chris and I visited here in the morning right as a volunteer was opening the gates. Parking was ample on our visit. There is one porta potty at the back of the parking lot. This attraction is free and relies on donations. It's important to preface this review that this type of place is what you make of it and if you consider yourself to be a spiritual person. It's also helpful to have a foundational knowledge of Buddha and the religion. Please consider bringing a small offering to Buddha such as flower petals, fruit, water and please make a donation in one of the convenient boxes. This attraction is run by volunteers and every penny helps. I'm a spiritual person and I know of Buddha and his teachings. This place radiates peace and positive energy. There are open spaces and a covered terrace to meditate and/or pray. The sound of the flags blowing in the wind as well as the birds chirping was magical in the morning. Walking around the stupa three times clockwise is the tradition. I utilized my time at this attraction to pray for kindness, peace and unity for humanity, animal welfare and the environment. I left feeling at peace. The views of the red rocks and trails are stunning. It was disturbing to see other visitors snacking and discarding food wrappers, cigarettes and generally not respecting the sanctity of the site. If you are a spiritual person of any denomination and appreciate the messages of Buddha in a gorgeous natural environment then you will get value from this experience. I highly recommend this place!!!

I was looking forward to coming to this place, and it was Not a disappointment. I prayed and slimmed the wheels, wrote in the book they have there for prayers, walked a short hike, and cried a lot. It was very peaceful and good felt energy. It's truly a place to let go for prayer and let go of some pain. I found relief and calmness when I left. It was a short walk to the stupa, not much of a hick, which is good since we hiked so much the days prior. Definitely a place to go.

This is a must stop park while in Sedona. The drive is tricky, I don't think I could ever find it without gps. It's actually parking at the bottom of the park, then you can hike a lil to see the beauty of it. The view is amazing, it's so quiet there, I loved it. Beautiful blue birds are playing around the trees. It's many different options there to pray, to meditate, to take pics, to read or practice some healing stuff, like walk in the healing circle. Everything they have an explanation for and anyway it's no wrong way of expressing gratitude or pray so don't be afraid. In the middle of the park is a huge Buddha statue made out of wood, it looked real to me. Gorgeous!!! People leave all kinds of their personal stuff there, I guess to sacrifice it. Was a really kool place to see, I'm glad I got to experience it.

This place is illuminating, filled with energy, welcoming and generally warm inviting place on the planet. You do not need to be a Buddhist or any other religion to stop by and check out the park. What you do need to do is be respectful (and not your version of respectful, respectful in ways that are fully laid out all around the park and especially near the entrance etc). Turn the sound off on your phones and your camera on your phone, it was incredible how many people didn't do that and disturbed so many people present. Save full conversations for when you are outside the full 14 acres of the Peace Park. If you cannot handle full silence, don't go. This place is far larger than it looks and there are plenty of nooks and crannies to stop along the path and just take a breath, take it all in, really focus your energy towards whatever might be troubling you or your thankful for and just be present with it. Meditate, Pray, or just Think.. or Not! You can feel completely isolated and alone on some paths through the park because you cannot hear or see anyone walking along the long path around, up and through.. feeling completely engulfed in nature and the pure beauty of Sedona Red Rocks... it is absolutely an energizing experience! There are numerous group activities that occur so take a gander online before you go so you are not joining a private event. Parking is fairly fluid so be ready to maybe get creative or walk a little further than you expected if it is super busy. Not a lot of markings so be aware and not texting on your phone while trying to park. Enjoy.

I wanted my 100th Yelp review for a place that truly enlightens me! I could think of no better place than the Amitabha Stupa Peace Park and I am so happy that Ania, one of my Yelp friends from Las Vegas, turned me onto this place with her amazing pictures and review. I could not believe I had not known about this place in my many trips to Sedona! First off you do not need to be Buddhist to enjoy the beauty of the 14 acre Peace Park at the base of Thunder Mountain adjacent to Chimney Rock. What you do need to be is respectful to those meditating and engaging in prayer. I have seen people having full on cell phone conversations on speaker phone! We do not need to hear about your date last night! Bring your cell phone for pictures but mute it and save conversations for outside of the "Peace" Park as it defeats the purpose of this beautiful location! As you walk through the pinion and juniper pines surrounded by the red rocks, you will come across two empowered and consecrated stupas. The largest is the 36 foot Amitabha Stupa which gets its name from Buddha Amitabha, The Buddha of Limitless Light. A bronze image is nestled in the face of the stupa and is a vortex of enlightened presence and a beacon of blessings for all beings! There is also the 6 foot White Tara Stupa, a relief of White Tara, the female Buddha, who is the very embodiment of long life and compassion. While walking around the park you will find a large wooden Buddha and numerous prayer wheels in addition to other relics from past living Buddhas and Bodhisattvas. There are benches throughout the park, some more hidden than others, where you can have an enlightened moment for yourself! I try to visit every trip to Sedona whether it be business or personal. When I am there with my husband, we visit close to sunset as Arizona sunsets really add to the serenity and beauty of this sacred place. The trails can be rocky, so ensure that you wear proper footwear and just take a moment to imbibe yourself with the energies of the Peace Park! This is a definite "must do" in Sedona!

A very peaceful place in the middle of Sedona! Great view with the hills on one side. There is a small trail that leads you to the stupa. The car parking area itself is a little off the road and gps may not show up the exact car park location. There is a small shaded area with chairs for those who would like to sit and meditate.

The Peace Park was one of my first stops in Sedona. It's nice and calming. Great place to meditate and feel the vibes. Easy to explore and it feels great to be here. Check it out if you are in Sedona.

This is a beautiful sacred place! I've been twice. The first time was lovely, not too busy, a weekday and just perfect! The second time went with a friend who was visiting from out of town and it was a beautiful day but there were definitely more people around, everywhere mind you and loud! This is what takes the experience away for me from beautiful places in nature such as this. Yes, it's gorgeous and of course you want to share with others but be mindful of what you share on social media because it was just too crowded. While I was feeling the intense energy from one of the "vortexes" someone walked way too close to me and then started having a full on conversation with all their family pretty loudly. The desert makes sound travel pretty quickly, please if you go be mindful of being respectful, watch your kids and what they are doing, pick up after your leashed pets and just enjoy peacefully so you do not detract the lovely experience from others. Overall, can't wait to go back again. Perhaps I'll be there as soon as they open on another weekday to avoid crowds.

Such a beautiful & serene place. It was easy parking and walk to see such beauty. Definitely a place to visit if you're ever in Sedona.