Sedona's Best Hiking Trails...
are trails that can accessed right from your hotel!

The red rock canyons surrounding Sedona are famous the world around for their spectacular vistas. The remains of ancient wetlands, these crimson cliffs have been carved by the forces of nature into a most magnificent scenic masterpiece. Driving through this wonderland allows a cursory introduction to its beauty, but Sedona’s red rock landscape deserves to be explored on foot. Even short easy hikes will bring you into a land of wonder and beauty, planting memories which you will treasure, bringing you back again and again!

Only by hiking in Sedona can you really be touched
by the magic of the place.

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Hiking is the perfect activity suited to any vacationer, as there are a variety of trails for any level, from novice to adventurer. There are numerous trails to choose from, varying in length and difficulty, and most are interconnected, as the wonderful expanses of the Coconino National Forest surrounds the city. The variety is almost endless, with trails along the lush Oak Creek Canyon, to magnificent natural arches and mysterious Indian Ruins.

The year round moderate climate, with four distinct seasons and comfortable temperatures allow nature lovers the opportunity to enjoy it non-stop.

Margs Draw trail head - immediately behind our Sedona Hotels

The famous "Snoopy Rock" is at the end of Margs Draw Trail

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The most beautiful hiking trails in the world are calling you!

 

Best Hiking - Sedona Hotels with Hiking Trails

Better than driving and parking, there are a few hotels in Sedona that offer the hiker both accommodations and the opportunity to step outside their hotel and enter into the magnificent Coconino National Forest any time of the day. For those people who simply love the outdoors, Sedona is like a little piece of heaven, and these hotels make it just that much better. If you stay at one of the hotels that have direct access to these trails, you have no need to get in a car for a hike, morning or evening, or anytime. And one trail connects to many, so you can vary your experience from one trail to another. The Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel, and her sister, the Comfort Inn Sedona, are both Sedona hotels located adjacent to the Margs Draw trail head.

 

Trails with Direct Access from Sedona Hotels

Margs Draw Trail

Margs Draw Trail can be hiked from either of two Sedona Hotels, our Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel or the Comfort Inn Sedona, as it is only a short stroll from either to the Margs Draw trail head. You can walk out the door of your room and take a morning hike without getting in your car, a great convenience. From the entrance to the trail head, a short walk up a hill begins the trail and enters Wilderness. Shade is soon left behind and gorgeous red rock views open up as the trail winds its way north across a nearly flat expanse dotted with juniper, pinyon pine and Arizona cypress. In the spring, there is a profusion of wildflowers along the trail. In the fall, the scene takes on a nostalgic flair as the palette switches to autumn hues. Be sure and take your camera.

Return by the same route back to the Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel. The hike can be extended to the north using Huckaby Trail and to the south using Broken Arrow Trail.

Access: Directly behind the Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel, 771 Hwy 179, Sedona, AZ 86336, or the Kings Ransom Inn Sedona next door (see www.kingsransominn.com).

Sedona Spring Wildflowers

 

General Hiking in Sedona and Sightseeing Information

Some of the more popular trails in the Sedona area include those that take you to some of the incredible rock formations that surround the city. These beloved monoliths have been given such names as Snoopy Rock (from Margs Draw Trail), Coffee Pot Rock, Cathedral Rock, Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock in recognition of their perceived shape and the hiking trails to and around them are well used and loved. Part of the reason that some of these trails are so popular is based on the belief that Sedona, AZ is surrounded by four strong energy vortexes. These vortexes are often a point of destination for those visitors seeking to immerse themselves in the healing energies.

In preparation for any hike, keep in mind you are in a desert climate and that some simple precautions should be taken to stay hydrated and be safe. A good pair of sneakers or hiking boots, plenty of water, sunscreen, a hat and a hiking partner are all recommended.

Overall, hiking in Sedona can't be beat. It’s a great way to walk your dog (the Kings Ransom Sedona Hotel is pet-friendly) or your kids. Hiking can be the perfect family outing filled with the exciting educational opportunities that only the great outdoors can offer.

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The most beautiful hiking trails in the world are calling you!