Sedona – Brins Mesa-Soldier Pass Loop (I)

Date:					Destination:		Brins Mesa-Soldier Pass Loop
Level:		Intermediate			Area:		Sedona
Approx hike distance in miles:		5			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		836			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		N/A			Hike leader email:
Departing the trailhead:					Please arrive 10 minutes early to check in
Recommended gas donation:
Unpaved miles:		0.5			Park entry fee per vehicle:		Yes, see below
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		http://hikearizona.com/decoder.php?ZTN=318
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		34.888111 -111.768784
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		No			Steep Trail:		No
Off Trail (scratchy):		No			Slippery Trail Surfaces:		Some
Use of Hands Required:		No			Boulder Hopping:		Some
Difficulty :		Moderate			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		Yes			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is a loop hike with great views of the surrounding red rocks and beautiful vistas. The trails pass the Seven Sacred Pools and Devil’s Kitchen sinkhole. This hike requires an entry fee, Red Rock Pass or a National Park Pass/Senior Pass. Bring water, 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, drive north on SR 89A about 0.3 miles to Jordan Rd. Turn left on Jordan Rd and drive to the end. Turn left on Park Ridge Dr, proceed through the paved cul-de-sac continuing on the dirt road for 0.5 miles to the parking area.