Location: Sedona
Top Things to do in Sedona
Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Sedona, Arizona (AZ)
Sedona is a true oasis, a vacationer’s paradise in the middle of the Arizona desert. Here, you’ll find resorts and spas, canyons and red rock formations. Bell Rock and Oak Creek Canyon are great hiking spots, and the dramatic architecture of the Chapel of the Holy Cross is a religious experience itself. When the sun dips down below the horizon it introduces the best show in Sedona: the night sky.
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1. Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179)
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5.0 based on 4,151 reviews
The Red Rock Scenic Byway is your Gateway to the world-famous Red Rock Country of Sedona, Arizona … just 110 miles north of Phoenix, about 40 miles south of Flagstaff, and only a few hours south of the Grand Canyon.
Reviewed By kathyfI6813BE - Big Water, United States
Beautiful drive in the red rocks..we stopped several times to take photos and do a bit of browsing at several arts and craft shows.
2. Bear Mountain Trail
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5.0 based on 249 reviews
Reviewed By rachelwY6652YZ
Love this hike. It's definitely difficult, with steep sections that require trail runners or hiking boots to do safely. Hiked in spring and recommend carrying 3.5L water because most of the trail is exposed. Views are stunning and worth the effort!
3. Broken Arrow Trail
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5.0 based on 1,400 reviews
Reviewed By geridicola - Chicago, United States
We took the Broken Arrow trail to the High on the Hog, Hog Heaven to Hog Wash back to Broken Arrow it was about a four mile Hike that was absolutely amazing. bring water and a snack so you can stop and soak it all in.
4. Brin's Mesa Trail
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5.0 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By chickabeegrrl - Elk Grove, United States
This is a great hike if you start at Brins Mesa and walk clockwise towards Soldiers Pass then loop north and back onto Brins Mesa. You’ll have some amazing views and a stop at a sink hole and the seven sacred pools. I’d suggest that you arrive early since parking can be tough and drive to the end of the road but beware of deep holes in the ground that you’ll have to navigate around.
5. HiLine Trail
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By 42ericj
This trail offers incredible views of Bell Rock, Courthouse Rock, Wilson Mountain, and Cathedral Rock. The folks at the Hike House in Sedona suggested and we are thankful for their recommendation. After 10 minutes on the HiLine you are treated to incredible views for the remainder of the hike. We opted to only go out to Gracie's point and then return. We stopped to enjoy the views numerous times, ate lunch out at the point and then returned back to the trailhead. We were out for about 4.5 hours, however we really took our time, to stop and enjoy the views along the trail. The vista at Gracie's Point with nearly 360 degree views of the surroundings is breathtaking. Bring your camera and plenty of water and enjoy one of the best hikes in Sedona. You have to take the Kaibab trail to Yavapai Vista Trail then to the Slim Shady trail before getting on the HiLine trail. You travel less than 1/2 mile on all 3 trails before reaching the HiLine and it can be a bit confusing, however stay left, on Slim Shady and you will find the start of the HiLine.
6. Yavapai Vista Trail
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Oldjack - Greater Melbourne, Australia
The top of this trail provides some of the best views of Sedona and particlularly the Bell Rock area.Hike to the top of the trail and the large flat rocks and there is nothing better. The trail itself is pleasantt and easy.Parking places are very limited.
7. Hangover Trail via Munds Wagon Trail and Cow Pies
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By brentb610
i try to do hangover every year i go to sedona. it is a fun trail with amazing views of sedona and wilson mtn. it is narrow with a big drop off and there are frequent mountain bikes so be aware. if you have a capable car there is parking along the trail if not then parking is limited.
8. Mescal Trail
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5.0 based on 21 reviews
Mescal Trail is a hiking trail in NW Sedona. The Mescal Trailhead is located on Long Canyon Road off Dry Creek Rd. The trailhead parking is on the east side of the road. Mescal connects east to Chuckwagon Trail, and also runs west along Mescal Mountain with sweeping scenic views. It intersects at points with Yucca Trail, Canyon of Fools Trail, Deadman Pass Trail, and Boynton Vista Trail.
Reviewed By T4734HYjohnj - Camp Verde, United States
Hiked the Mescal Trail off of Long Canyon Road in Sedona Arizona. The trail provides spectacular views of Mescal mountain as well as towering chimneys. Most notable was a rock formation that looked like Yoda from Star Wars
9. Thunder Mountain Trailhead
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By JTLanacaster - Lancaster, United States
Took a morning stroll from Casa Sedona Inn and stumbled upon this trail. Nice, simple hike with nice visits. Quiet and peaceful.
10. Courthouse Butte Loop Trail
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By lilan152
This trail will loop around bell and courthouse it’s pretty easy but long. Some area are vertical if climbing any of the rocks. There is a parking fee.
