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Sedona – Little Horse Trail (I)

By September 15, 2022 July 5th, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 4.0 Area: Sedona
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 550 Park Entry Fee: Yes, see below
Low to high elevation gain: N/A SCAMR All Trails Map: No
Recommended gas donation: $10 Website for reference info: N/A
Unpaved miles: 0 Trailhead GPS Coordinates N/A
Road Conditions: Good High clearance vehicle req’d: No

Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure to check -in

Trail Conditions
Maintained Trail: Yes Uneven footing Yes
Steep side drop-offs No Steep Trail: No
Off Trial (scratchy) No Slippery Trail Surfaces: No
Use of hands required: No Boulder Hopping: No
Difficulty: Moderate Water Crossings: No
Restrooms at Trailhead: Yes Gloves Required: No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out-and-back hike through some of Sedona’s most unique rock formations. This hike requires a parking fee; National Parks Pass or Red Rock Pass. Bring plenty of water and food for a snack and lunch.

Directions:

From Phoenix, go north on US 17. Exit at the Sedona exit to RT 179 going to Oak Creek and Sedona. (All trailhead directions in Sedona start at the Y, which is the intersection of 179 and 89A.) The Little Horse Trailhead is on 179 just past the Back o’ Beyond Road about 3 miles from the Y.