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Sedona – Bell Rock-Courthouse Loop (CI)

By September 15, 2022 July 3rd, 2025 No Comments
Approx hike distance (miles): 4.0 Area: Sedona
Accum.  elevation gain (feet): 200 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 a popular loop hike around Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte. This is a great introduction to Red Rock country. 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:

(All trailhead directions in Sedona start at the “Y” which is the intersection of 179 & 89A). From the “Y”in Sedona, go south on 179. In 6.2 miles turn left into Bell Rock Pathway Vista parking lot. (You will pass a turn for Bell Rock but continue for 1 mile to Bell Rock Pathway Vista).