Mescal and Yucca Loop
Coconino National Forest, Arizona

Mescal and Yucca Loop

4.8
Easy🔄 Loop

Distance

3.7 mi

6.0 km

Elevation

+360 ft

110 m

Est. Time

~1h 26m

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

360 ft gain4,5004,866 ft
4,866 ft4,508 ft
0.0 mi1.2 mi2.5 mi3.7 mi
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Trail Location

34.90690, -111.82460
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Mescal and Yucca Loop

Mescal and Yucca Loop

3.7 mi · +360 ft

Activities

🥾Hiking
🏃Trail Running

Trail Features

🐕Dogs on Leash
👶Kid Friendly
🏔️Scenic Views
🌸Wildflowers

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Trail Conditions

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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only

98°F

Clear sky

Dangerous — heat

11 mph wind
Tod101°78°
1.2"
Tom102°74°
Wed100°71°
1.5"
Thu99°71°
1.1"
Fri100°71°
0.9"
Sat98°72°
0.6"
Sun96°66°
3"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.

Trail Summary

Distance3.7 miles (6.0 km)
Elevation+360 ft gain
Route TypeLoop
DifficultyEasy
Est. Time~1h 26m

Location

Coconino National Forest, Arizona

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