Coconino National Forest, Arizona
Little Horse Trail to Chicken Point and White Line
4.8
Moderate↕️ Out & backDistance
4 mi
6.4 km
Elevation
+541 ft
165 m
Est. Time
~1h 42m
Route
Out & back
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Trail Guide
Best Season
Oct – Apr
Parking
Little Horse Trailhead off Broken Arrow Dr (AZ-179 area) — Red Rock Pass area
Fees & Passes
Red Rock Pass required ($5/day)
Hiker Tips
- •Chicken Point overlook is one of Sedona's most dramatic viewpoints — don't skip it
- •The White Line is a famous slickrock scramble — optional, thrilling side challenge
- •Connects to the larger Broken Arrow trail system for many loop options
- •Very popular with Jeep tours — expect to share the trail with off-road vehicles on the Broken Arrow section
Elevation Profile
↑ 541 ft gain4,500 – 5,023 ft
5,023 ft4,511 ft
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Virtual Trail Experience
Little Horse Trail to Chicken Point and White Line
4 mi · +541 ft
Activities
🥾Hiking
🚵Mountain Biking
🐴Horseback Riding
Trail Features
🐕Dogs on Leash
👶Kid Friendly
🏔️Scenic Views
🌸Wildflowers
🦅Wildlife
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at trailhead · updates every 2hTrail Conditions
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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only
96°F
Light drizzle
Dangerous — heat
22 mph wind
Tod102°76°
0.1"
Tom102°74°
0.4"
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
Distance4 miles (6.4 km)
Elevation+541 ft gain
Route TypeOut & back
DifficultyModerate
Est. Time~1h 42m
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