Accuweather lists summer low temperatures in the mid to high 60s. I consider that as cool, not cold, but everyone is different.

You're going to have. Great time!! We were there last week and heading back tomorrow for two nights! Reach out with any questions if I can belp

Hello! Get excited because Sedona is GORGEOUS! Airport Mesa is an awesome place for the sunset, there is plenty of room up there. It wasn't over crowded when I went. Nice view over looking Sesona also. As far as Cathedral rock, I can't answer because it was extremely hot and I had just arrived and was dehydrated and couldn't finish the hike. Make sure you start hydrating couple days before you go. Be sure to check out Peace park and Holy chapel! They are beautiful and no hike! Enjoy!

Red Rock xing is definitely the best place to view this place, make sure of times park stays open and whether or not it’s even possible for viewing at sunset.

This area I think would be great for kids - I would recommend stopping at the Ranger Station on Route 179 just before Sedona. They have Rangers there that can answer any question you can possibly have, they will recommend trails based on what you want to do, and they have maps and brochures you can use to explore the area. The Cathedral Rock hike is good - its a long hike all the way around but you can do part way and turn around if you need to. There are some trails that do up to the rock and you can climb over some large rocks. We are older so we avoided the area. They do let people go up high on the butte but I think it is dangerous. You can assess it at the time and let your kids do what they are capable of. The Little Horse Trail would also be good for kids. Mostly level some rise in elevation. There is the trail too that connects the town of OaK creek with Sedona. That is good for bikes and there are bike rentals on both ends of the trail. Have fun!!!!!

Your better off viewing from the Chapel of the cross if you can’t make the hike.

Would be pretty tricky unless you had good footing. There are some scrambling points that could be slippery.

No the trail is wide and plenty of area to maneuver. There were people who took the trail right up the cathedral Rock. That looked steep and narrow. We just walked the trail around the base. Little Horse trail and the trail between Oak Creek and Sedona is fairly level and easy.

As the other's have already said, you don't need a guide. Just stay on the paths. We weren't experienced hikers and we did fine. It will be a great experience for you.

Go to the airport in Sedona. It’s at the top of a hill and people go there to watch the sunset.