Distance
5 mi
8.0 km
Elevation
+2,014 ft
614 m
Est. Time
~3h 35m
Route
Out & back
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Trail Guide
Best Season
Oct – Apr (avoid summer midday heat)
Parking
Check trail listing for current parking conditions
Fees & Passes
Red Rock Pass may be required ($5/day or America the Beautiful Pass)
Hiker Tips
- •Start early — most Sedona trails fill up by 9am on weekends
- •Bring more water than you think you need — 1L per hour in warm weather
- •Download an offline map before heading out (cell service is unreliable)
- •Sunrise and sunset light on the red rocks is magical — plan your timing
Elevation Profile
↑ 2,014 ft gain4,500 – 6,446 ft
6,446 ft4,542 ft
0.0 mi1.3 mi2.5 mi3.8 mi5.0 mi
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Virtual Trail Experience
AB Young Trail
5 mi · +2,014 ft
Activities
🥾Hiking
Trail Features
🐕Dogs on Leash
💧River
🏔️Scenic Views
🦅Wildlife
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at trailhead · updates every 2hTrail Conditions
66°F
Overcast
Fair — bring water
6 mph wind
Tod92°65°
Tom93°66°
0.7"
Sun93°64°
3.7"
Mon89°65°
2.5"
Tue87°64°
1.8"
Wed83°65°
1.8"
Thu82°65°
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.
Trail Summary
Distance5 miles (8.0 km)
Elevation+2,014 ft gain
Route TypeOut & back
DifficultyHard
Est. Time~3h 35m
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