AZ 89A leads through some of the most scenic red rock country in all of Arizona and connects multiple historic towns that make for fun and interesting tourist stops. This route starts in the picturesque and popular city of Sedona and follows the highway southwest through the communities of Cottonwood, Clarkdale, and Jerome. Most of the ride travels over small rolling hills but the last mile or so up to Jerome requires some hill climbing. There are plenty of food stops and resting spot in all three cities on the route. AZ 89A is a well-traveled highway that switches between two lanes and four lanes with varying shoulder widths, so pay close attention to traffic when riding room is tight.