Coconino National Forest, Arizona
Cathedral Rock Loop via Hiline and Templeton Trails
4.8
Moderate🔄 LoopDistance
7.8 mi
12.6 km
Elevation
+905 ft
276 m
Est. Time
~4h 11m
Route
Loop
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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
↑ 905 ft gain4,500 – 5,420 ft
5,420 ft4,519 ft
0.0 mi1.9 mi3.9 mi5.8 mi7.8 mi
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Get Directions Trail Location
34.81160, -111.76900Loading trail route…
Virtual Trail Experience
Cathedral Rock Loop via Hiline and Templeton Trails
7.8 mi · +905 ft
Activities
🥾Hiking
🚵Mountain Biking
Trail Features
🐕Dogs on Leash
💧River
🏔️Scenic Views
🦅Wildlife
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at trailhead · updates every 2hTrail Conditions
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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only
97°F
Mainly clear
Dangerous — heat
13 mph wind
Tod101°78°
Tom101°76°
Wed101°72°
1.5"
Thu100°72°
1.1"
Fri101°72°
0.9"
Sat99°73°
0.6"
Sun97°67°
3"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.
Trail Summary
Distance7.8 miles (12.6 km)
Elevation+905 ft gain
Route TypeLoop
DifficultyModerate
Est. Time~4h 11m
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