![]() Low clearance vehicles can park at the Dry Creek Road trailhead at the end of the paved section of road or at the Mescal Trailhead on Long Canyon Road. Passenger car note: The unpaved portion of Dry Creek Road (FR 152) requires a high-clearance vehicle. But use caution and exercise some common sense it's a long way down. ![]() If you have the nerve, you can walk across the top once you're on it you'll find it's not such a tough walk. Keep going, and you'll reach yet another level that leads directly to Devil's Bridge. Follow it up a steep, natural rock staircase to a wide open area that offers some fantastic views. ![]() For a cool view, stand directly under the 50 foot high arch and look toward the heavens - and take care not to strain your neck.īut it's the topside trail that provides the biggest treat. Head down the path to the left and you'll end up at the base of the bridge. There's some beautiful scenery to absorb as you proceed upward, but you've still got a ways to go before you get to see Devil's Bridge itself.Īfter you've walked about three-quarters of a mile from the parking area, the trail will divide. The path slowly inclines uphill, gently growing more steep as you progress. You'll find the early going effortless the trail, originally built for jeep travel, is smooth and clear and leads you through washes filled with juniper and prickly pear cactus. Starting at the parking area, follow the trailmarker that points the way to Devil's Bridge Trail. This popular hike has attractions for both casual hikers who lack the desire or the stamina to stray too far from civilization, and the more adventurous outdoors enthusiasts. The journey to reach the top won't leave you breathless - but we would never say the same about the views you'll witness when you finally get there. Don't let its name fool you: it's one of the most heavenly sights in an area famous for them.įrom a trailhead elevation of 4,600 feet, there's a mere 400 foot climb in altitude during this moderately difficult, 1.8-mile roundtrip trek. Devil's Bridge is the largest natural sandstone arch in the Sedona area. ![]()
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