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Red Rock-Secret Mountain Wilderness
Sedona, AZ 86336, United States
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Su
Review №1

Nice during the week. Weekends, way too crowded. Four wheel drive is mandatory and slow going.

Da
Review №2

Beautiful But, serious 4 wheel drive rd. 4.5 miles to trail heads. Secret Canyon and Vaulte Arch trails.

Ke
Review №3

Fine powder dust needs some rain ......sxs no problem. Beautiful as painted by the man

Jo
Review №4

In my opinion, this is Sedonas best wilderness area. The landscape is extremely dynamic, the trails allows one to see most of the wilderness area, and it offers great backpacking with year round water.If you get away from the touristy spots (Devils Bridge, Sterling Pass via 89a, Boynton Canyon, Long Canyon, Fay Canyon, Mescal Loop) youll be provided with unmatched solitude compared to other areas/parks hosting up to 5 million visitors a year.The micro-enviroments that exists within this wilderness area can leave one asking, Where am I?You can begin a hike in mesquite dotted grasslands and travel uphill through chaparral scrub, pinon-juniper forest, oak and Cypress groves, towering ponderosa pines, and end up in a north facing canyon cove providing a sanctuary for fir trees, hanging ferns, and a variety of wildflowers more commonly found on the slopes of a sub-alpine environment.If youre a social hiker Chuck Wagon to HS or Secret Canyons is a great hike.If you have a capable 4x4 the Dry Creek, Bear Sign, David Miller, Secret Canyon loop is unmatched.If youre a weekend warrior, take Loy Canyon to the end of Secret Mtn. for views into Boynton Canyon and the entire Dry Creek basin, the heart of Sedonas red rock country. This is a massive day hike or great 2-3 day backpacking trip.If youre an experienced off-trail hiker this area offers unlimited adventures.Hope this was helpful to you. Dont hesitate to give it a like if it provided value.Please learn about and practice Leave-No-Trace backcountry ethics.Thanks and have fun out there!

Ju
Review №5

Love this trail! Where it ends is where the fun begin. Turn right at the stacked stones to hit the arch!

Da
Review №6

The whole area is wonderful. You can buy a pass that lets you hike/park at all the main sites. The views are incredible. Something to plan for - the landscape transforms at sunrise and sunset. Its hard to explain, but it is worth the effort to visit right before sunset, so you can see the landscape transform before your eyes. Hikes are pretty easy. Some trails are long. Make sure you register if your going out all day. Its dry. Bring extra water.

St
Review №7

Good and easy ride in, lots of trails. Look forward to going back.

Ni
Review №8

Great hike that is good for beginners. It’s Sedona so the sights are amazing, obviously! Really cool photo opportunities at the end of the trail.

Do
Review №9

Beautiful desert and mountainous views, perfect for easy hiking

ni
Review №10

Kidsand pet friendly.Plenty of places to hike you can stay on the trail or make your own be careful for the cactus that you might not see if you go off the trail

S
Review №11

Absolutely gorgeous area. It’s a must see!

Jo
Review №12

This is the trailhead where my father and I set off for about a two mile hike up to find the Vultee airplane crash site of 1938. Well maintained trails lead through beautiful surroundings up to breath-taking views of the Sedona area. There is a bronze plaque placed in memory of Gerard Vultee and his wife who died in the crash.

Sh
Review №13

Sedona is my favorite place to visit. The Trolley Tours are great! The energy of the place is incredible. The beauty is unbelievable!!! Go - you will love it.

Ev
Review №14

Amazing place . Can’t find the waterfalls!

Al
Review №15

High clearance truck or a long walk is required. Your subaru wont cut it. Beautiful and fewer people as its not really accessible.

Ji
Review №16

Great place to get to see the amazing view! As you can see.

tr
Review №17

Been here a few times. It is beautiful. Saw ton of deer just looking around the valley. Arizona parks are beyond beautiful, they are full of peace and out of the way of the city.

El
Review №18

Soooo beautiful. A must to see.

Bl
Review №19

This place was so fun to visit in the winter, it was so vibrant and festive, even lights were decorated on one of the red rock mountains during the holidays. Me and my family loved it, we really wanna come back here

De
Review №20

One of the most fantastic wilderness areas in the southwestern U.S.

Ka
Review №21

Great place. Just not very many Ohv trails.

wo
Review №22

Although the West Fork trail is highly sought after,and offers the exclusivity of being an actual water hike, do not forget it is flat and wooded.You can not see out,nor will you go up in elevation above it for a better viewpoint or picture.It also crosses the shallow creek 26 round trip times on rocks.It is definitely NOT the trail to hike in Winter,nor if you want to be challenged.Otherwise,awesome inthe Fall of mid October with leaves changing color.These are the simple facts to remember.

Ge
Review №23

Amazin view

Da
Review №24

Fantastic trails . Awesome views!

ML
Review №25

Some of the best hiking Ive ever experienced! So clean and untouched.

G
Review №26

We come to Sedona on to twice a year, stay for a week to hike and enjoy the blue skys. We stayed at the Jerome Grand hotel for 2 days and nights during Christmas 2017. Loved it.

Mi
Review №27

Great views.

Da
Review №28

Beautiful. Great hiking. Crowded but friendly people. Good photography opportunities.

Ba
Review №29

Sedona is beautiful my wife and I loved it

Be
Review №30

Gorgeous!

No
Review №31

Multiple trails of varying difficulty. Wonderful area!!

Ja
Review №32

Areas around Sedona are full of amazing red cliffs

Me
Review №33

Amazing views!

me
Review №34

Nearly alien landscape. Easy hiking.

Te
Review №35

Awesome views!

Ro
Review №36

Loved it

Pe
Review №37

Love it

ja
Review №38

Nice

Ma
Review №39

Beautiful for sunsets

Ka
Review №40

Amazing

Yv
Review №41

Beautiful

j
Review №42

Great hiking

Mo
Review №43

Beautiful

To
Review №44

A veritable wonderland of hiking, canyons, mountains, cliff dwellings... Ten lifetimes would not offer the time to explore it all.

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  • Address:Sedona, AZ 86336, United States
  • Site:http://fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=74365
  • Phone:+1 928-203-2900
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Hiking area
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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