Definitely come early or try late afternoon.ĭon’t forget to stop in town for a meal! Many restaurants have outdoor patios that face the beautiful rock formations surrounding Sedona. Which city is cheaper, Sedona or Phoenix. Or you can also consider taking an organized Sedona tour and just enjoy the day without worrying about other things. If you are traveling by vehicle, a drive going to Sedona from Phoenix usually takes about 2 hours if you are taking State Route 179. There’s still a few trails on my list to check out! We attempted to go to Cathedral Rock Trail – a short 1.3 mile hike, but the parking was horrendous at 10AM on a Saturday. The drive is 115 miles on a highway heading north. I loved the endless views on this hike! If you’re looking for more to explore there are other connecting trails to create a loop. Bring snacks or lunch along the way for an halfway point meal before turning back. The trail is a good steady incline and was the perfect day hike that felt like a rewarding workout.

Instead I parked 1.5 miles away at a park facility and hiked along the road back to the trailhead. The trailhead in located inside a residential area that did not allow parking or risked being towed or a parking citation.

The drive is just 2 short hours, but you’ll be met with some of the most stunning desert landscapes you’ve ever seen. If you’re lucky enough to be making the trek and its your first visit, you’re in for a pleasant surprise. It’s about a 4 mile hike, but turned into 7 miles with VERY limited parking at the trailhead. By Eden Fite The Phoenix to Sedona drive may just be one of the prettiest in the world. We hiked this one over the weekend and the views did not disappoint! This trail features a sinkhole, sacred pools (dry at this time), and even some hidden caves. Solider Pass Trail is another very popular trail to explore in Sedona. For this forever picture proof, I would say the wait is worth it! Solider Pass The line is serious and I waited at least 30 minutes before it was my turn to soak in the moment. For the first mile on the trailhead you’re sharing the trail/road with ATVs and high clearance vehicles.Īre you wondering how there are no people in my pictures when I’m on the bridge? What you don’t see is on the other side there’s a line of hikers waiting to have their Insta-worthy moment. The Devil’s Bridge trail is rated moderate on AllTrails, but I would say this leans on the easy side for a majority of the trail until the last portion to hike up to the bridge.Ī few things to prepare for – it’s one of the top trails in Sedona so be prepared for tight parking on the side for the road and a crowd to follow. Experience panoramic views of the Grand Canyon, marvel at the red rocks of Sedona, take a Navajo-led guided tour of the famous Antelope Canyon, or tour along Arizona’s first historic highway on the Apache Trail. My first time going to Sedona, I knew I needed to go to Devil’s Bridge! It’s the largest natural sandstone arch in the Sedona area with a beautiful backdrop! The pictures barely do it justice.

Sedona day trip from phoenix