Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock Loop
Munds Mountain Wilderness, Arizona

Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock Loop

4.8
Moderate🔄 Loop

Distance

3.7 mi

6.0 km

Elevation

+341 ft

104 m

Est. Time

~1h 24m

Route

Loop

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Trail Guide

Best Season

Year-round (best Oct – May)

Parking

Bell Rock Vista lot on AZ-179 — free with Red Rock Pass

Fees & Passes

Red Rock Pass required ($5/day)

Hiker Tips

  • Courthouse Butte Loop is one of the most scenic flat hikes in all of Sedona
  • Massive butte towers above you the entire loop — incredible photography
  • Can be combined with Bell Rock Trail to start and end at the same parking area
  • Pack lunch — there are several great picnic spots on the east side of the butte

Elevation Profile

341 ft gain4,5004,847 ft
4,847 ft4,507 ft
0.0 mi1.2 mi2.5 mi3.7 mi
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Trail Location

34.79300, -111.76900
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Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock Loop

Courthouse Butte and Bell Rock Loop

3.7 mi · +341 ft

Activities

🥾Hiking
🚵Mountain Biking
🏃Trail Running

Trail Features

🐕Dogs on Leash
👶Kid Friendly
🏔️Scenic Views
🦅Wildlife

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Trail Conditions

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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only

99°F

Mainly clear

Dangerous — heat

19 mph wind
Tod101°77°
Tom101°75°
Wed101°70°
5.1"
Thu99°72°
0.8"
Fri100°71°
1.2"
Sat97°73°
0.3"
Sun96°68°
4.2"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.

Trail Summary

Distance3.7 miles (6.0 km)
Elevation+341 ft gain
Route TypeLoop
DifficultyModerate
Est. Time~1h 24m

Location

Munds Mountain Wilderness, Arizona

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