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Slide Yourself Silly At Sedona's Natural Rock Waterslide

If you need to beat the summer heat of the Phoenix desert, hop in your car and head north towards Sedona. Not only will the weather be slightly cooler, but you’ll also be able to take a trip down a waterslide custom built by Mother Nature. Slide Rock State Park will entertain you with beautiful views of the area’s red rocks as well as provide a little thrill as you slide down the stream.

In the olden days, the park and surrounding area served as an apple farm, but now it greets visitors daily. Right next to the original homestead sits Slide Rock, a slippery bottom creek that serves as a water chute for those looking to get wet. Remember to tell your grandparents that you checked out this place; they’ll love hearing that James Stewart, Rock Hudson, and John Wayne all shot moves here in the 1950s.

For most of the year the fee for carloads to enter the park is $8, but until Labor Day the summer fee will set you back $10. It seems like a pretty good deal to enjoy an afternoon of hiking, sightseeing, and splashing around. Just remember to start your day here early, otherwise you’ll be hovering around looking for a parking spot. They often have to close the lot on weekends, because it’s just so darn popular.

Related Stories:
· Slide Rock State Park [Official Site]
· Cool Off In North Carolina With Nature's Own Water Slide [Jaunted]
· Active Travel coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: edwindavila]

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Possible Presidents Travel: Continental Divided

John McCain is in Sedona, Arizona today shooting new campaign ads against the backdrop of gorgeous red rocks. McCain spoke at private fundraisers in Sacramento and San Diego yesterday but he's packing his bags for a big weekend: To pull focus from the Democratic convention, the Arizona senator is expected to announce his veep pick at a Dayton, Ohio rally in an arena Barack Obama filled in February. Coincidence? We think not!

Meanwhile, Obama's road trip to the DNC is almost over: He's in Billings, Montana today meeting with veterans and their families.

Related Stories:
· Obama's Slow March to Denver [TIME]
· McCain VP Rollout on Friday [HotAir.com]
· Possible Presidents coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: McCain Blogette]