Create an account

Start your adventure today.

    0

    Already a member? Login

    Hikes/United States/Arizona/Flagstaff
    Difficulty
    This reflects the 10Adventures difficulty rating for each route. We aim to keep ratings consistent across regions.
    Moderate
    Elevation
    This reflects the total elevation gained throughout this route as measured by the GPS file. This includes all ascents and descents, and is higher than what is quoted in most route guides, which simply measure the distance between the starting-point and high-point of the route.
    671 m
    Distance
    This reflects the return distance of this route as measured by the GPS file.
    16.9 km
    Duration
    This reflects the estimated time the majority of users will take on this trail. If you are slower, add time to the top-end figure. If you are fast, then you may complete this route faster than this time range.
    5-7h
    User Ratings
    These ratings are completed by users who have completed this trail and not subject to reviews by 10Adventures.
    Be the first to add a review!
    Directions to Trailhead
    Google Maps
    Apple Maps

    Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham Trail

    See Map
    Measurement:

    Download an interactive map and guide on your phone today!

    Table of contents

    The Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham hike makes use of several different trails to create a hike that stretches from East Flagstaff past Elden Mountain, ending past Buffalo Park in the city. This route is rated as moderate and offers varied scenery from the city to the mountains. Dogs are welcome on leash, but families may find this hike a bit long and strenuous. It’s suitable for intermediate hikers and better.

    Route Description for Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham Trail

    The Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham hike makes use of a few different routes to cover a lot of ground in the mountains immediately north of Flagstaff. This route begins near Elden Mountain, climbing up and over past the Dry Lake Hills, dropping down through Buffalo Park to end in East Flagstaff.

    This is a long point-to-point hike, so we recommend arranging a car shuttle to complete the entire route. It would be a bit ambitious to try to hike this route as an out and back, so plan ahead.

    From the trailhead, take the Arizona Trail–Sandy Seep towards Elden Mountain. You’ll climb up to the ridge between Elden Mountain and Little Elden Mountain, traversing across this ridge until you reach Upper Oldham, where you’ll take a right and descend to the base of T V Hill. Hug the base of the hill heading south and then follow Easy Oldham Trail into Buffalo Park.

    Hike directly through the park, cross W Forest Ave, and take Arizona Trail–Flagstaff to the route that will lead you to the endpoint.

    Getting to the Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham Trail Trailhead

    The trailhead for Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham Trail is off US 89.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground:

      No

    • When to do:

      April-November

    • Pets allowed:

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly:

      No

    • Route Signage:

      Average

    • Crowd Levels:

      Moderate

    • Route Type:

      One Way

    Sandy Steps, Heart, and Upper Oldham Trail Elevation Graph

    Weather Forecast

    Check Area Weather

    Reviews

    0.0
    No reviews
    Write a review
    ×

    Add a review

    You must be logged in to post a comment.

    WE ARE HERE TO HELP

    Let someone else do the hard work, book a custom tour in over 85 countries.

    Chat with us on our contact page or fill out the form below!

    Nearby Trails

    Sunset Trail South to North
    Hard
    22.4 km
    1325 m
    7.5-10.5h
    Elden Lookout, Sunset, and Heart Loop
    Hard
    16.6 km
    756 m
    5-7h
    Sandy Seep Trail
    Easy
    4.3 km
    113 m
    1-1.5h
    Tom Moody Extended Loop
    Easy
    6 km
    94 m
    1.5-2h
    Forces of Nature to Pipeline Loop
    Easy
    11.1 km
    240 m
    2.5-3.5h
    Sandy Seep to Little Elden Spring
    Moderate
    12.6 km
    250 m
    3-4h
    Christmas Tree Trail
    Moderate
    6.4 km
    141 m
    1.5-2h
    Elden Pueblo Loop
    Very Easy
    0.5 km
    5 m
    0.5h
    Old-New Heart Trail Loop
    Hard
    11.6 km
    360 m
    3-4.5h
    Elden Lookout Trail
    Hard
    10.1 km
    705 m
    3.5-5h
    Old Caves Crater Trail
    Moderate
    5.6 km
    187 m
    1.5-2h
    Fatman’s Loop Trail
    Moderate
    3.9 km
    171 m
    1-1.5h

    Nearby Regions

    10Adventures Trail App

    Take your trails online! Keep track of your route along the way.

    Download for free today.

    Get travel inspiration and discounts

    Join our weekly travel newsletter