Sacred Canyons Loop

Are you interested in learning about the sacred history of Sedona and it's ancient peoples? This outing will take you on an immersive hike along Long Canyon, Deadman's Pass, and Mescal Trail. The adventure will circle Mescal Mountain and pass along two of the most sacred canyons in Sedona. Views along the way will include cliff dwellings, Wilson Mountain, Maroon Mountain, Sacred Kachina Woman Spire, Doe Mountain, Bear Mountain, and Capital Butte. 

The highlight of this adventure occurs as you reach the awe-inspiring center of the Mescal Amphitheater. Where the roof of Mescal Mountain, reaches over the trail to form a spectacular red rock alcove, and resembles a colossal red rock tidal wave. The area provides exceptional elevated views, a plethora of desert creature sightings, and some of the best solitude in Red Rock Country.

Our guides will bring binoculars to allow you to see the ancient architecture of the Sinagua People and learn about their impressive survival methods, medicinal plants, and unique cliffside desert lifestyles. Taking a loop on this hike, allows you to maximize your experience by never seeing the same things twice and the difficulty is manageable by all. 

This outing allows for great family photo opportunities, an engaging learning experience, child-safe hiking, and elevated perspectives without the physical challenge. 

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: 4.2 Miles
• Elevation Change: 235ft
• Capacity: 1 - 14 Hikers
• Difficulty: Easy
• Transport: 1 Vehicle
• Sites Visited: 1 Hike
• Map of Hike: View Map of Three Hour: Sacred Canyons Loop
• Hike Type: Scenic Loop, Vortex Site, Sunrise/Sunset Start
• Trails Used: Long Canyon, Deadman's Pass, Mescal Trail
• Wilderness Area: Borders Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness
• Best Season: All Year
• Start Times: 5AM, 5:30AM, 6AM, 6:30AM, 7AM, 7:30AM, 8AM, 2:30PM
• Upcoming Availabilities: Sacred Canyons 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