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    Hikes/United States/Arizona/Sedona

    Vultee Arch Trail

    Difficulty
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    Moderate
    Duration
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    1.5-2h
    Distance
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    5.8 km
    Elevation
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    177 m
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    The Vultee Arch Trail is a 5.8 km hike in the Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness that is rated as moderate. This hike is fairly relaxed with only a bit of elevation gain to consider. It leads you to a sandstone arch amidst the trees and red earth that make this region so unique. Expect moderate-heavy traffic on this trail.

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    Route Description for Vultee Arch Trail

    The Vultee Arch Trail is an enjoyable 5.8 km hike in the Secret Mountain Wilderness that leads you to a red sandstone arch. This area combines the red rock desert of Sedona with the forests that spring up just north of town, making it a pretty area to discover.

    Please note that you’ll need a high-clearance vehicle to access this trail. You won’t be able to make it to the trailhead in a standard passenger car. Expect moderate to heavy traffic on this route.

    From the trailhead, head east on the Vultee Arch Trail, which follows the Sterling Canyon Creek. It’s a fairly straight shot for most of the trail. Just after the point at which the creek splits, the trail forks. Stay left and cross the creek to find the arch. Snap photos and stroll across the top if you’re feeling surefooted.

    From here, it’s back to the trailhead on the same route.

    Insider Hints for Vultee Arch Trail

    • There is a significant fine for having dogs off-leash in this area.

    Getting to the Vultee Arch Trail Trailhead

    The trailhead for the Vultee Arch Trail is on Dry Creek Road.

    Route Information

    • Backcountry Campground

      No

    • When to do

      Year-round

    • Pets allowed

      Yes - On Leash

    • Family friendly

      Yes

    • Route Signage

      Average

    • Crowd Levels

      Extreme

    • Route Type

      Out and back

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