Coconino National Forest, Arizona
Seven Sacred Pools via Soldier Pass Trail
4.7
Easy↕️ Out & backDistance
1.2 mi
1.9 km
Elevation
+95 ft
29 m
Est. Time
~27 min
Route
Out & back
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Trail Guide
Best Season
Oct – Apr (especially after winter rains when pools are full)
Parking
Soldier Pass Trailhead on Mule Deer Drive — free, very limited
Fees & Passes
No fee
Hiker Tips
- •The pools are most impressive Dec–Mar after rainfall; can be dry in summer
- •Short and easy — good intro trail for first-timers or families
- •Part of the larger Soldier Pass trail system — extend into a longer loop easily
Elevation Profile
↑ 95 ft gain4,500 – 4,592 ft
4,592 ft4,502 ft
0.0 mi1.2 mi
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Get Directions Trail Location
34.88400, -111.78300Loading trail route…
Virtual Trail Experience
Seven Sacred Pools via Soldier Pass Trail
1.2 mi · +95 ft
Activities
🥾Hiking
🏃Trail Running
🚶Walking
Trail Features
🐕Dogs on Leash
🌲Forest
👶Kid Friendly
💧River
🏔️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
92°F
Light rain
Poor
34 mph wind
Tod101°78°
0.5"
Tom101°74°
0.4"
Wed100°71°
1.5"
Thu99°71°
1.1"
Fri100°71°
0.9"
Sat98°72°
0.6"
Sun96°67°
3"
💡 Start before 7am to avoid peak heat. Bring 1L of water per hour.
Trail Summary
Distance1.2 miles (1.9 km)
Elevation+95 ft gain
Route TypeOut & back
DifficultyEasy
Est. Time~27 min
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