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Moonshiners ALley Loop

Three Hour: Moonshiners Alley Loop

Three Hour: Moonshiners Alley Loop (Private Group)

$215/Hiker

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Three Hour: Moonshiners Alley Loop (Solo Hiker)

$425/Hiker

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The best three-hour private scenic vista loop hiking tour in Sedona!

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Logistics

Duration

Distance & Elevation Gain

Distance & Elevation Gain

Three Hours

Distance & Elevation Gain

Distance & Elevation Gain

Distance & Elevation Gain

4.6 Miles (Loop) & 450 Feet

Difficulty

Distance & Elevation Gain

Type of Hike

Moderate

Type of Hike

Type of Hike

Type of Hike

Scenic Loop

Transport

Type of Hike

Transport

Guide to provide full transport from Sedona resort/VRBO/Airbnb to the trailhead & back

Capacity

Type of Hike

Transport

1 - 14 Hikers (Private Only)

Map of Hike

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Type of Tour

View Map of Three Hour: Moonshiners Alley Loop

Type of Tour

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Type of Tour

Private Only: Hikers booking as a single hiker please refer to "Solo Hiker" pricing & groups of 2 - 14 hikers are considered "Private Groups"

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Explore the best hiking trails in Sedona on our private and customizable hiking tours.

Moonshiners Alley Loop

Enjoy a Rugged Scenic Loop Hike Below Sedona's Most Sacred Red Rock Monuments

If scenic vistas and sweeping views of red rocks have called you to Sedona, then this is the right adventure for you. This moderate level scenic loop hike will walk along historical paths used by ancient peoples and early settlers, while sharing 360 degree views throughout. The trail alternates between elevated views, a piñon–juniper woodland canopy, and seasonal stream crossings along the Dry Creek Watershed. The region serves as a natural corridor for wildlife and skirts the edge of Secret Mountain Wilderness to deliver accessible backcountry views with relatively low physical investment.


Outing Includes

  • Private Hiking Guide
  • Red Rock Pass
  • Sedona Resort/Airbnb/VRBO Transportation (Sedona, Village of Oak Creek, Oak Creek Canyon)
  • Healthy Packaged Trail Snacks
  • Bottled Water
  • Ultima Electrolytes
  • Osprey Daylite Hiking Backpack
  • Trekking Poles (By Request)
  • 500 Lumen Black Diamond Headlamp
  • Gloves, Beanies, Neck Gaiters (During Winter Months)
  • UPF 50 Sun Hoodies
  • Disposable Rain Ponchos
  • Micro Spikes for Snow (If Needed)
  • Osprey Poco Plus Kids Carrying Pack (By Request)
  • Kids Car Seats & Booster Seats (By Request)
  • Full List of Supplies Included


Logistics

  • Duration: 3 Hours of Hiking & 1 Hour of Logistics
  • Distance: 4.6 Miles
  • Elevation Change: 450ft
  • Capacity: 1 - 14 Hikers
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Transport: 1 Vehicle
  • Sites Visited: 1 Hike
  • Map of Hike: View Map of Three Hour: Moonshiners Alley Loop
  • Hike Type: Scenic Loop, Sunrise/Sunset Hike
  • Trails Used: Mescal Trail, Chuckwagon Trail, Mescal Connector Trail 
  • Best Season: All Year
  • Start Times: 5AM, 5:30AM, 6AM, 6:30AM, 7AM, 7:30AM, 8AM, 2:30PM
  • Upcoming Availabilities: Moonshiners Alley Loop Calendar
  • Cost: $215 + Tax/Hiker (Private Group) & $425 + Tax (Private Solo Hiker)


*PRIVATE ONLY TOURS: TWO PERSON MINIMUM FOR PRIVATE GROUPS OR PLEASE REFER TO SOLO HIKER PRICING


**WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND CONSIDERING PEEK PROTECT COVERAGE AND REVIEWING OUR CANCELLATION POLICY BEFORE BOOKING YOUR RESERVATION


***WE REQUIRE ALL HIKERS/ATTENDEES TO HAVE MEDICAL INSURANCE TO ATTEND ANY OF OUR OUTINGS OFFERED

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