Sedona hiking is one of the Red Rock Country's most popular attractions. Nature's contrasts are most striking-from the fragile beauty of a tiny desert flower, to the awesome and imposing Bell Rock and you'll experience it all on a Sedona hike. Whether you're here for the physical challenge of hiking the red rocks or just want to enjoy Nature's artwork, check out our Sedona Activities section for a list of Sedona day hikes before you begin!
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Broken Arrow Trail It’s not the quietest hike in sedona, but it is one of the prettiest. what it lacks in solitude is easily balanced by the amazing views |
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Twin Pillars Trail A ridge too far? It’s just a one-mile walk/climb on this trail to a perch with terrific views of Lee’s Mountain and the Verde Valley School grounds |
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Deadman's Pass Trail Branching off from the better known Boynton Canyon trail, this poorly named road less traveled is a quiet beauty when it snows |
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Crescent Moon Creek Walk Red Rock Crossing comes alive in the fall, when leaves’ changing colors add to the classic views of Cathedral Rock |
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Big Park Loop Take a detour from the village of Oak Creek road construction to a nearby trail where you won't know jackhammers |
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Wilson Canyon Trail A grisly tale claimed the area’s namesake; today, the views bear |
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Honanki This short, easy hike leads to perhaps the best Native American ruins in Sedona, dating back to 1100 A.D. |
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HS Canyon Trail #50 Or maybe that should be SSSH Canyon – it sits among some of the most popular trails in Sedona, But look at the footprints and you’d think not a sole knows it |
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Schnebly Hill Trail When there's snow on the ground, this hike shows you a Sedona where magic's in the air. |
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Cibola Pass Trail When the weather outside is frightful, the hiking here is delightful. |
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Coffee Pot Rock An unofficial trail leads you under the "spout" of A classic sed ona red rock, where Your cup runneth over with "Grande" views. |
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West Clear Creek It's a bumpy ride to the trailhead, but once you get there you're just a mile and a half from an oasis of calm. |
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Jim Thompson Trail There are three reasons why the Jim Thompson Trail is one of the best hiking spots near Uptown Sedona: Views, views, and views. |
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Marg's Draw Trail Named for a mule who wandered it to avoid working, this easy trail offers views of the crimson cliffs you'll bray about. |
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Little Horse Trail You'll see many Sedona landmarks over these 4.5 miles—and something extra, if you're 'eagle'-eyed |
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Submarine Rock Trail On A blustery day, this easy-to-reach hike offers a bird's-eye view of A snow-covered Sedona that just may give you chills |
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V-Bar-V Petroglyphs Take a short walk into the distant past and see messages carved in stone by the Sinagua tribe some 900 years ago |
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Boynton Canyon Trail According to legend, Boynton Canyon is the birthplace of the Yavapai-Apache Nation. Follow the trail into its heart, and feel your spirit rise - as the view makes your jaw drop |
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Montezuma Well A Short walk leads to a natural spring of uncertain origin that has supported life for 1,000 years |
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Courthouse Butte Loop Trail Circling this famed rock proves there's a lot to see between Point A and ... Point A |
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Munds Wagon Trail An ex-cattle path steers you right to the 'Cowpies' and other grade-A choice landmarks |
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Dry Creek Trail What's in a name? A rainy season adds a new dimension to this Tranquil Nature walk. |
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Carruth Trail This satisfying walk surrounds you with scenery that takes your breath away, but won't leave you huffing and puffing. |
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Bear Mountain It's no cakewalk, but if you're up for some serious climbing, a sight line all the way to the San Francisco Peaks is the cherry on top of this hike. |
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Long Trail Canyon Walking in a winter wonderland? If that's your goal, grab your boots at the first sign of snow and step out for a few magical moments worth freezing. |
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Airport Loop Trail Sedona's airport may not handle the big jets of a Sky Harbor, LAX or O'Hare, but we've got one thing those busy hubs can't match. |
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Verde Valley Hot Springs Gangsters and hippies alike had a warm spot for the hot springs secluded at the end of this trek -- just be ready to hike up your pants at the river crossing. |
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Kel Fox Trail Kel Fox Trail is a deceptive hike. For long stretches it feels like you're in the middle of nowhere -- the vista dominated by volcanic rock; nice, green open spaces behind you as you walk the other way; and otherwise not much to write home about. |
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Mescal Mountain It takes a sure grip to reach the top, but the panoramic view is a memory you'll cling to forever. |
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Robbers Roost If you're not freaked out by heights, you can (literally) drop into the robbers roost ruins and steal a glance through Sedona's most unlikely 'picture window.' |
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Chimney Rock Trail At the risk of confusing santa, gifts await hikers who go up our chimney: trailside flowers, scurrying wildlife and smokin' views. |
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Bell Rock Numerous trails ring Sedona's most iconic landmark, each with a surprising variety of striking views. |
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Devil's Bridge Trail One of the most beautiful natural arches in sedona sits at the end of this trek -- a smooth, gently rising path that offers pleasures for tenderfoot and thrillseeker alike. |
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