I felt the same way, the first time I went to Red Rock Crossing. (Before it became a gated park.)
I used to go down there, and sit, enveloped by ‘my’ tree. I fit just perfectly in it’s trunk. I would just breathe in the fresh air, listen to the rush of the water, watch the changing colors of Cathedral Rock, and feel like I must be in heaven.
Up-hill with no problem. I suggest you take it to get to Sedona then take 89 into Flag the next day. It has some awesome lookouts. :^)
yorkie...good evening...((HUGS)) Are you ready for the festivities?