Sedona, Arizona’s towering red rock cliffs and mystical vortices are famous around the world, making it a premier desert destination for spiritual types and adventurers alike.
LessBeginning from the Encinoso Picnic Area you can tackle a view-heavy hike to the highest point in the Sedona area: Wilson Mountain.
This Sedona hike to the top of Bear Mountain provides gorgeous views of canyons and red rock formations.
This short hike to a high plateau on Doe Mountain provides stunning 360° views.
The Telephone Trail is STEEP, passing huge trees and lush agave plants as it leaves the sound of Oak Creek Canyon traffic below. The entire roundtrip mileage is only 2.5 miles, but after the mellow start, it gains 1,000 feet of elevation over the next mile!
The overlook of the Sedona valley from the flanks of Airport Butte is one of the most incredible vistas—and most easily accessible—you’ll find in Sedona. With a paved road to the trailhead and epic views after just a short walk up the hill, you could easily roll up, snap some photos, and move on. But the more adventurous will want to hike all the way around the top of the mountain.