Bell Rock, Rector and Big Park Loop
Coconino National Forest, Arizona

Bell Rock, Rector and Big Park Loop

4.8
Moderate🔄 Loop

Distance

4.6 mi

7.4 km

Elevation

+429 ft

131 m

Est. Time

~1h 46m

Route

Loop

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Trail Guide

Best Season

Oct – Apr (avoid summer midday heat)

Parking

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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

429 ft gain4,5004,936 ft
4,936 ft4,509 ft
0.0 mi1.1 mi2.3 mi3.4 mi4.6 mi
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Trail Location

34.80570, -111.76640
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Bell Rock, Rector and Big Park Loop

Bell Rock, Rector and Big Park Loop

4.6 mi · +429 ft

Activities

🥾Hiking

Trail Features

🐕Dogs on Leash
🌲Forest
🏔️Scenic Views
🌸Wildflowers

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Trail Conditions

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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only

97°F

Mainly clear

Dangerous — heat

23 mph wind
Tod101°78°
Tom100°76°
Wed101°72°
1.5"
Thu99°72°
1.1"
Fri101°71°
0.9"
Sat98°72°
0.6"
Sun97°67°
3"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.

Trail Summary

Distance4.6 miles (7.4 km)
Elevation+429 ft gain
Route TypeLoop
DifficultyModerate
Est. Time~1h 46m

Location

Coconino National Forest, Arizona

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