Distance
1.3 mi
2.1 km
Elevation
+688 ft
210 m
Est. Time
~42 min
Route
Out & back
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Trail Guide
Best Season
Oct – May (wildly popular in fall foliage season)
Parking
Back O'Beyond Road off AZ-179 (limited spots — arrive early or use shuttle)
Fees & Passes
Red Rock Pass required ($5/day or America the Beautiful Pass)
Hiker Tips
- •This is a class 3-4 scramble — bring gloves for the exposed rock near the top
- •Sunset views from the saddle are among the best in Sedona; plan for golden hour
- •Very short trail (1.3 mi) but intense — don't underestimate the elevation gain
- •The creek crossing at Red Rock Crossing trailhead is an alternate, flatter approach
Elevation Profile
↑ 688 ft gain4,500 – 5,165 ft
5,165 ft4,514 ft
0.0 mi1.3 mi
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Cathedral Rock Trail
1.3 mi · +688 ft
Activities
🥾Hiking
Trail Features
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at trailhead · updates every 2hTrail Conditions
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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only
99°F
Clear sky
Dangerous — heat
8 mph wind
Tod103°76°
0.2"
Tom103°74°
Wed101°72°
1.5"
Thu100°72°
1.1"
Fri101°72°
0.9"
Sat99°73°
0.6"
Sun97°68°
3"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.
Trail Summary
Distance1.3 miles (2.1 km)
Elevation+688 ft gain
Route TypeOut & back
DifficultyHard
Est. Time~42 min
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