1.2 mi round tripMellow MeterChallenge
Cathedral Rock
A short, steep scramble up smooth sandstone to the saddle between the spires. Iconic, and packed at sunset.
Out here
Events & adventures
Trail conditions, the ski report from up the hill, and where to ride this week across Sedona and the Verde Valley.
The Mellow Meter
KAZM's own easy-to-epic scale — how much you're signing up for on every hike, ride, photo spot, and the creek.
EasygoingGreat for everyone
AdventureA little effort, big reward
ChallengeBring water and good shoes
EpicExperienced hikers and riders
Hiking
Sedona's red-rock classics, with today's conditions pulled live.
4.0 mi round tripMellow MeterAdventure
Devil's Bridge
The area's largest natural sandstone arch. The final stretch is a rocky staircase; the bridge photo is the payoff.
up to 3.6 miMellow MeterEasygoing
Bell Rock Pathway
Gentle, mostly flat paths circling Bell Rock. Great for families and first-timers, with optional scrambles to add on.
6.5 mi round tripMellow MeterAdventure
West Fork
The shaded Oak Creek Canyon classic, with a dozen creek crossings. The coolest hike around on a hot day.
4.5 mi round tripMellow MeterAdventure
Soldier Pass
Past the Seven Sacred Pools and the Devil's Kitchen sinkhole, with caves you can detour up to along the way.
6.1 mi round tripMellow MeterAdventure
Boynton Canyon
A long, scenic box canyon and a noted vortex site, ending deep in tall pines below the canyon walls.
Mountain biking
World-class red-rock riding — with a live read on whether the dirt is ready.
Black diamondMellow MeterEpic
Hiline
Exposed clifftop singletrack with technical moves and enormous views. Sedona's signature ride for skilled riders.
Black diamondMellow MeterEpic
Hangover
A committing slickrock traverse with serious exposure. Confidence and experience required — no shame in walking it.
BlueMellow MeterAdventure
Slim Shady
Flowy, fast and fun — the most popular blue in the Village of Oak Creek. Pairs perfectly with Templeton.
Green / blueMellow MeterEasygoing
Chuckwagon
Smooth, scenic singletrack that's ideal to warm up on or to link into a longer west-side loop.
BlueMellow MeterAdventure
Mescal
Playful slickrock with optional drops and ledges you can roll past or session as much as you like.
BlueMellow MeterAdventure
Templeton
Cathedral Rock views nearly the whole way, with slickrock sections and Oak Creek scenery down low.
Oak Creek right now
Live from the USGS gauge near Sedona — how the creek's running before you head for the swimming holes.
Live provisional data from USGS gauge 09504420, Oak Creek near Sedona. Creeks rise fast in a monsoon — never cross or swim a flooded wash.
Slide Rock State Park
Nature's own water park — an 80-foot sandstone chute in Oak Creek Canyon. Here's how it's running today before you make the drive.
Conditions reflect the live Oak Creek gauge (USGS 09504420); the park sits about 7 miles up the canyon. Slide Rock is a day-use Arizona State Park — entry fees and gate hours apply, and it often reaches capacity by mid-morning on summer weekends.
Ski report
Arizona Snowbowl, up on the San Francisco Peaks about 50 minutes north.
~11,500 ftSummit
~9,200 ftBase
8 liftsincl. Arizona Gondola
55+ runsbeginner to expert
~50 minnorth of Sedona
Snow figures are the live mountain snapshot from Open-Meteo; lift and grooming status comes from Snowbowl's official report.
Photography
Sedona is one of the most photographed places on Earth, and for good reason. Here's when the light's right and where to point the camera.
Golden & blue hour tonight
When the red rocks catch fire — computed live for Sedona, so you can plan the shot around the light.
Best photo spots
Where the locals and the pros set up, and the light that makes each one sing.
Cathedral Rock reflection
🌇 SunsetRed Rock Crossing / Crescent Moon Picnic Site
The postcard shot — Cathedral Rock mirrored in Oak Creek. Arrive early for a spot along the water; the spires burn orange as the sun drops behind you.
Mellow MeterEasygoing
Airport Mesa Overlook
🌌 Sunset & Milky WayAirport Road, West Sedona
A near-360° view over the whole red-rock basin. Unreal at sunset, and one of the best in-town spots to shoot the Milky Way on a moonless night.
Mellow MeterEasygoing
Bell Rock & Courthouse Butte
🌄 SunriseBell Rock Vista, SR 179, Village of Oak Creek
First light hits these two head-on and lights them up red. Shoot from the pullout, or walk in a few minutes for a cleaner foreground.
Mellow MeterEasygoing
Chapel of the Holy Cross
🌆 Late afternoonChapel Road, off SR 179
The modernist chapel built right into the rock. Warm afternoon light rakes across the red walls; stick around for a moody blue-hour glow.
Mellow MeterEasygoing
Devil's Bridge
🌄 SunriseDry Creek Road trailhead (4x4 or a longer hike in)
Sedona's largest natural sandstone arch. Go at sunrise to beat both the heat and the line of people waiting their turn to stand on it.
Mellow MeterChallenge
Oak Creek Canyon & West Fork
🍂 Midday & fall colorSR 89A north of town
A shaded creek canyon that actually shoots great in harsh midday light. Peaks in late October when the maples and oaks turn gold and crimson.
Mellow MeterAdventure
Sun times computed live for Sedona (34.87°N, 111.76°W). Always check trail and access status, respect closures and private property, and pack out what you pack in.