Posse Grounds Park
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
All ages, best for 2-12
About
Posse Grounds Park is the kind of local gem that Sedona families rely on while tourists head to the trailheads. It's a sprawling city park at 525 Posse Ground Road with a solid playground, skate park, disc golf course, and wide grass fields — and it's completely free to visit.
For families visiting Sedona, this is a welcome break from expensive tours and tasting fees. Kids can run loose on the playground while parents sit under a shade ramada and actually relax. The playground equipment is well-maintained, with climbing structures and swings that work for toddlers through elementary-age kids. There's a dedicated restroom building — a necessity on a full-day park visit.
What makes Posse Grounds special is the variety packed into one location. Older kids and tweens gravitate to the skate park, which has a small bowl and rails appropriate for beginners through intermediate skaters. Disc golf players can run a quick 9-hole round. The open fields are ideal for soccer, frisbee, or just running in circles — which is apparently all kids need to do to have a great time.
The red rock views are a bonus you don't get at most playgrounds. The surrounding landscape of Sedona's famous buttes frames the park in every direction, making it a genuinely beautiful place to spend a morning.
Practical notes: Sedona heat is real. Summer visits should start by 8-9am and wrap up before 11am. Bring more water than you think you need. The park has no food vendors, so pack snacks or plan a picnic. Street parking on Posse Ground Road is free and usually easy to find on weekday mornings.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Yes
Nursing / Changing
Available
Kid Meals
Not Available
Setting
Outdoor
Rainy Day
Not ideal
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Early morning (8-10am) before the Sedona heat peaks; late afternoon in fall and winter is also pleasant
Wait Times
No wait — open access park
Nearby Food
No food vendors on site. The nearest options are about 1 mile toward the Village of Oak Creek — Tlaquepaque and the Hillside area have cafes and restaurants a short drive away.
Why Kids Love It
Posse Grounds is Sedona's best local park for kids — a big playground with climbing structures, swings, and open grass fields where kids can run wild without the tourist crowds. The skate park on site draws older kids and tweens who want to practice tricks while younger siblings play. The red rock backdrop makes it feel like a movie set.
What Parents Say
“We are very happy to see everything about the playground is well designed for strollers and families.”
Pro Tips from Parents
- The park has a skate park, disc golf course, and picnic ramadas — plan for multiple activities in one visit.
- Bring your own water — Sedona is dry and hot most of the year; the park has restrooms but water access is limited.
- Arrive early in summer to beat the heat — by 10am it can be uncomfortably hot for young kids.
- The dog park is separate from the kid play areas, so no surprise dog encounters on the playground.
- The grass fields are perfect for kite flying; wind is often reliable in spring.
What to Bring
- Sunscreen (Sedona sun is intense)
- Water bottles for everyone
- Snacks or picnic lunch
- Frisbee or ball for the open fields
- Skate gear if your kids are into it
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0 — completely free.
Budget only for water and snacks you bring from home.
Bring sunscreen.
Tips to Save
- This is a fully free park — no admission, no parking fee.
- Pack a picnic to make it a full outing without spending anything.
