Harding Springs Trail
Harding Springs Trail is a 2.3 km out and back route near Sedona. This hike takes you up a steep canyon wall to a great viewpoint over Oak Creek Canyon. While it’s a bit of a strenuous trip, it’s quite a short hike, keeping it accessible for active families and strong beginners. Expect moderate traffic on this route.
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Route Description for Harding Springs Trail
Harding Springs Trail is a great short leg burner with a spectacular view of the Oak Creek canyon to enjoy at the end. This hike is short, but you should expect a fairly heavy climb. While the route isn’t technical, good boots and poles can make the rocky sections easier to navigate.
This hike is a nice pick if you’re staying at the nearby Cave Springs Campground or Pine Flat Campground or driving into Sedona.
From the trailhead, begin climbing uphill. There aren’t any switchbacks to help you out as you traverse the first section, but it’s not as steep as the second half. Once you’re warmed up, the trail turns straight uphill and you’ll climb through uneven zig-zagging turns to the top. From the viewpoint, take a breather and soak up the views before retracing your steps back to the trailhead.
Getting to the Harding Springs Trail Trailhead
The trailhead for the Harding Springs Trail is off Highway 89A just north of Cave Springs Campground.
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