Munds Mountain Wilderness, Arizona
Rector Connector, Big Park and Courthouse Butte Loop
4.8
Moderate🔄 LoopDistance
3.6 mi
5.8 km
Elevation
+374 ft
114 m
Est. Time
~1h 25m
Route
Loop
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Trail Guide
Best Season
Oct – Apr (avoid summer midday heat)
Parking
Check trail listing for current parking conditions
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
↑ 374 ft gain4,500 – 4,880 ft
4,880 ft4,508 ft
0.0 mi1.2 mi2.4 mi3.6 mi
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Get Directions Trail Location
34.79300, -111.76200Loading trail route…
Virtual Trail Experience
Rector Connector, Big Park and Courthouse Butte Loop
3.6 mi · +374 ft
Activities
🥾Hiking
Trail Features
🏔️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
99°F
Mainly clear
Dangerous — heat
19 mph wind
Tod102°78°
Tom101°75°
Wed102°70°
5.1"
Thu99°73°
0.8"
Fri101°72°
1.2"
Sat97°74°
0.3"
Sun96°68°
4.2"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.
Trail Summary
Distance3.6 miles (5.8 km)
Elevation+374 ft gain
Route TypeLoop
DifficultyModerate
Est. Time~1h 25m
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