Munds Wagon Trail to Merry Go Round Rock
Coconino National Forest, Arizona

Munds Wagon Trail to Merry Go Round Rock

4.8
Moderate↕️ Out & back

Distance

6.7 mi

10.8 km

Elevation

+1,099 ft

335 m

Est. Time

~3h 36m

Route

Out & back

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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

1,099 ft gain4,5005,562 ft
5,562 ft4,523 ft
0.0 mi1.7 mi3.4 mi5.0 mi6.7 mi
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Trail Location

34.86670, -111.74880
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Munds Wagon Trail to Merry Go Round Rock

Munds Wagon Trail to Merry Go Round Rock

6.7 mi · +1,099 ft

Activities

🥾Hiking
🚵Mountain Biking

Trail Features

🐕Dogs on Leash
🌲Forest
💧River
🏔️Scenic Views
🌸Wildflowers
🦅Wildlife

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Trail Conditions

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Excessive Heat Warning — hike early morning only

99°F

Clear sky

Dangerous — heat

8 mph wind
Tod102°78°
0.3"
Tom102°74°
Wed101°71°
1.5"
Thu99°72°
1.1"
Fri100°71°
0.9"
Sat98°72°
0.6"
Sun97°67°
3"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.

Trail Summary

Distance6.7 miles (10.8 km)
Elevation+1,099 ft gain
Route TypeOut & back
DifficultyModerate
Est. Time~3h 36m

Location

Coconino National Forest, Arizona

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