Hey Brandy-
I'd love to ride with you when you are in town if you'd like! I'm also in the west valley. The best bet for you in surprise will be the sun valley parkway. They are starting to build out there, but for years it's been the road to nowhere, and a haven for cyclists. There is not much traffic (who wants to drive to nowhere) and the bike lane is as wide as the cars lane!!
It starts where bell road ends (heading west) in surprise. I park near the bingo hall (you can't miss it, it looks like a riverboat) or the new KB homes next door. And then I ride out as long as I feel like. If you ride the whole thing out and back is around 56 miles, but you can turn around before that as well.
The road goes around the white tank mountains. It's not super scenic, but the desert for the most part isn't all that scenic.
Now Sedona... that's another story!!! Personally I think sedona is prettier than the grand canyon. I just love it there!!!
But like I said, if you would like a riding partner when you come out,let me know. I'd LOVE to have the company.
Denise