Sedona – Devils Bridge (I)

Date:					Destination:		Devils Bridge
Level:		Intermediate (I)			Area:		Sedona
Approx hike distance in miles:		4.1			Hike leader:
Low to high elevation gain:		330			Hike leader phone:
Accum elevation gain in feet:		728			Hike leader email:
Departing the trailhead:					Please arrive 15 minutes early. & sign in
Recommended gas donation:
Unpaved miles:		No			Park entry fee per vehicle:		No
Road conditions:		Good			Website for reference info:		N/A
High clearance vehicle req'd:		No			Trailhead GPS coordinates:		34.9018 -111.8267
TRAIL CONDITIONS
Maintained Trail:		Yes			Uneven Footing:		Yes
Steep Side Drop-offs:		Yes			Steep Trail:		Yes
Off Trail (scratchy):		No			Slippery Trail Surfaces:		No
Use of Hands Required:		No			Boulder Hopping:		No
Difficulty :		Moderate			Water Crossings:		No
Restrooms at Trailhead:		No			Gloves Required:		No

 

Special Instructions:

This is an out and back hike along the Devils Bridge Trail via the Mescal and Chuck Wagon Trails. It has some ups and downs through some washes and small canyons. There is a difficult section at the end with steep stairs and steep drop offs. The hike will divide with an option to climb the difficult section to the top or hike below the arch. There are amazing sights of the Sedona red rock skyline. You will be rewarded by seeing the largest arch in the Sedona area. Bring water and a snack.

Directions:

These directions are in Sedona and start at the “Y”which is the intersection of 179 & 89A. From the “Y” in Sedona, go west on 89A. In 3.2 miles turn right on Dry Creek Rd. In 2.9 miles turn right on Long Canyon Rd. Drive 0.3 miles and parking is on the right side of the road.