Hiking in Sedona
There are so many unbelievable views to see here in beautiful Sedona. With over 180 Hiking trails and over 50 mountain biking trails you’ll find something for any level hiker or biker. Below are our top 6 hiking trails that we recommend to any visitor.
Top 6 Hikes in Sedona
Airport Mesa
3.2 miles - Novice
Get some of the best views that Sedona has to offer when hiking to the top of Airport Mesa. It features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and mountain biking and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. After you take in the scenery be sure to stop into Mesa Grill for a cold beverage or bite to eat.
Soldiers Pass
4.5 miles - Moderate
Soldier Pass Trail is a local favorite — a hike that perfectly blends Sedona’s red rock drama with fascinating natural landmarks. The trail begins near town but quickly feels worlds away, winding past the famous Devil’s Kitchen Sinkhole and the Seven Sacred Pools, a series of cascading rock basins that fill with rainwater.
As you climb higher, wide-open views of Brins Mesa and Coffee Pot Rock unfold, making it one of the most rewarding moderate hikes in Sedona. Soldier Pass is also known for its subtle vortex energy, attracting hikers who come for both the scenery and the sense of renewal found along the trail.
Parking is limited to a small lot at the trailhead off Soldier Pass Road — arrive early or use the Sedona Shuttle for easy access.
Cathedral Rock
1 mile - Moderate with several difficult sections
This is the most iconic red rock formation you will find in Sedona. The Cathedral Rock Trail is only 0.7 miles in length, climbing quite steeply up an open slickrock slope beneath the butte to a viewpoint at the base of the sheer cliffs at the center - on a saddle which links the peak to an adjacent flat-topped summit to the south. The path gains 600 feet in elevation so is a little more strenuous than its short distance might suggest, and fewer than half the people who start make it to the end, though the views just little way along are still very good, looking northwards towards Sedona and the colorful mountains beyond.
West Fork
6.9 miles – Moderate
Tucked into the lush canopy of Oak Creek Canyon, West Fork Trail is one of Sedona’s most beloved hikes — and for good reason. The trail winds gently along a shaded creek, crossing back and forth over the water through red rock walls and tall canyon pines. Each turn reveals a new blend of color, sound, and stillness.
Unlike Sedona’s open desert trails, West Fork feels intimate and peaceful, offering cool shade even in summer and a kaleidoscope of color in the fall. Many consider it a grounding, restorative place — an inward journey as much as an outward adventure.
Parking is located just off Highway 89A, about 10 miles north of Sedona. Arrive early; it’s one of Sedona’s most popular trails and fills quickly on weekends.
Bell Rock Loop
3.6 miles - Novice
Bell Rock is on the Red Rock Scenic Byway (SR 179) and unmistakable. It’s huge bell shape towers over the Village and makes it easy to spot. Bell Rock is reputed to have very strong vortex energy and many feel the strongest energy is located on Bell Rock’s north slope. Parking and trails are clearly visible at the Bell Rock turnoff, just north of the Village.
Bell Rock is one of Sedona’s most known meditation sites. It is viewed by many as an Upflow area (also referred to as Electric or Masculine) that is best for serenity and solving problems from a higher (spiritual) perspective. For decades seekers from around the world have used Bell Rock for contemplative reflection and inspiration.
Devil’s Bridge
3.9 miles - Intermediate
Even in Sedona, Arizona, where gorgeous views are the norm, there are a few standouts. Devil’s Bridge is one of those exceptional spots. Devil’s Bridge offers a breathtaking experience for hikers. After a short climb up, there it is: Standing 54 tall and about 45 feet long, the natural rock bridge dominates the radiant landscape. Get there early as the trailhead tends to get busy as the day goes along.