Took this trail with my younger brother and it was such a fun off-road trail. The trail itself isn't too challenging and the scenery was spectacular! We started at the top and went one direction down into Sedona this method was something my brother had read was a better approach and while I don't have anything to compare it to, I did appreciate doing it this way instead of an out and back. If you're in the mood to get a little mud on the tires I highly recommend this spot! read more

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Great area with amazing views but be cautious as it's not the "easy" trail it used to be (and a lot of guide books still call it out as much). I've run it a few times over the last 15 years, and the overall condition of it has really nose dived during the last few seasons (I believe it suffered heavy washouts during the 2021 monsoon season and has degraded further since). Expect slow going below 5 mph with full size vehicles. I think it's more enjoyable to go downhill from I17. The views are more open and you really get the vistas ahead of you as you drop down into Sedona. I would not attempt this in a vehicle without 4WD Lo and relatively high clearance (8" plus). You may still bottom out if you're not careful with tire placement and rocks also. I'll also caution that a few areas are pushing well into "moderate" and could get down right challenging with further erosion. Hard to believe you could get a regular car up and down this about 15 years ago with a bit of time and patience. read more

I took this road to the parking lot before the road turns rough, eschewing the daily pass fee as I usually do whenever a fee is attempted on public lands, and hikes the wagon trail to the hangover trail, which was a blast and apparently a favorite for locals, (at least what one local blog wrote). It's less busy that the usual crowded ones the two times I went, being able to find a spot mid morning. Some people were rock climbing on the back side. Only passed a few people even on Thanksgiving week. read more

This trail is rated as "easy," and from what I've read about it; it used to be. I don't think it is being maintained anymore. My husband and I rented a Jeep Wrangler and thought this "easy". 11.8 mile trail would be fun to do before going out to dinner. First of all there is no way a vehicle that was not a 4x4 could complete this trail; there are HUGE boulders everywhere.....I'm talking rocks that are over a foot tall all over the trail, and often times there is no way to go but right over them! Add that to the fact that you have 2,000-3,000 foot drops all around you & it's pretty terrifying! I was the passenger and I was hanging on for dear life! The entire trail took almost 2 hours and I couldn't wait for it to be over! I had no idea it would take almost 2 hours to complete....and needless to say there are no bathrooms anywhere! No cell service most of the time either! Several Pink Jeep tours passed us: and maybe I would have felt more comfortable with an experienced guide who knew the area. My husband did seem to enjoy the ride; but I'm pretty sure he was a little scared at times too. I am from Florida where there are no hills; let alone mountains! I did learn one thing from this experience.....off-roading is not my cup of tea! read more

Schnebly Hill Road - The Jeep we used......it's a little dirtier now! - Hiking Near Me - Sedona, Arizona

1994 before cell phones I was dating my first boyfriend who became my husband in the end. He took me camping to Sedona. Ages 21 and 22 we didn't think twice about leaving after work. By the time we arrived it was dark. The second day we made our way to Schnebly Hill road from a recommendation of a elder co-worker where I worked. We parked along the roadside and camped by a little creek. Not being established with camping gear we had a foam cooler, a tent and new sleeping bags. We also brought snacks, extra lean ground beef, eggs and drinks. As we set the tent the it rained. Later our weak foam cooler fell apart. He made giant burgers with thr meat I brought. Being used to a higher fat content meat he made them thin and as big as our heads. They never shrank. Ha ha For some reason the eggs refused to cook. A giant spider was hanging out on my toe at one point. With all the crazy things that happened we enjoyed one another and worked through it with smiles and laughter. Who knew this would end up being my life partner and best friend. That is why Schnebly Hill will always have a special place in my heart. It is paved for a short distance. Even on the sides of the pavement there are giant gouges that have washed away you must be careful of as thr hide in the shadows. Where the pavement ends is way rougher than it was when we went over 25 years ago. I do not recommend anything but offroad vehicles here. Take a Pink Jeep Tour and they will take you here. They have been running tours through here even before our first camping trip. So friendly and fun. read more

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Great Trail to go on good scenery see waterfalls fron the rain and snow run off you need four wheel drive though at least I would recommend it but went to make it to the top time with the little mountain and the great view of the canyon read more

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Amazing Road between the I 17 in Sedona that lets you go off in the middle of nowhere and do whatever you want. Most of the road is passable buy car but down toward Sedona it definitely gets into height clearance 4 x 4 territory. Lots of pink jeep tour is to annoy you as you drive your truck down this road. Great weather in that can fluctuate readily read more

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Super long (to me) trail that is a little on the rough side. You're on the side of a cliff a lot of the time, but you're working your way up to the vista. We were in a four-wheel-drive but saw a few non-off-road vehicles try to make it up. Not recommended for sure! Again, a little long for my taste but once you make it to the top, the views are absolutely breathtaking. If you are driving a jeep up, download the jeep badge of honor app and you will earn a jeep badge for your vehicle for completing this trail. read more

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My family and I rented a Polaris RZR and made our way up to Schnebly Hill Vista, view point. Felt like we were never going to get there. Finally after what felt like a LONG drive, we made it to a beautiful scenic view. Can't complain about the view it self. Although there were views along the road to the view point that were waay better. It's a little hard to stop and pull over for a picture since other vehicle's (Jeeps&truck lady crew :) ) and other OTV's are passing by. By the time we got back down to the road my wife suffered from motion sickness :/ HELPFUL TIPS:if you get motion sickness, stand by, it's a rocky road. Also, Mesa Airport views are just as great without the long hideous drive. On my next visit I will definitely pass up this OTV trail. & Finally, don't attempt to take your Nissan Rogue SUV or similar vehicle up this trail, you won't make it. read more

Schnebly Hill Road - At top of view point. - Hiking Near Me - Sedona, Arizona

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Schnebly Hill Road has some of the most beautiful views of the red rocks in Sedona. While some places on the internet rate it as a mild trail, I suggest a high clearance 4x4 with aired down tires to handle the rocks. Schnebly Hill was my first experience off road in Sedona. This southern boy was a little unprepared for the rocks since all we really have here is mud. I didn't air down which led to a very bumpy and jarring ride. Many of the rocks were somewhat jagged so it was slow going while I attempted to avoid a cut sidewall. From what I've been told, this road used to be maintained, but no longer is. Whatever you do, don't try taking a car. Despite the bumps and bruises suffered getting jostled around, the views from this road were spectacular. I've done several trails in Sedona, but as this was my first, the views are seared into my brain. I wonder if locals get used to the view. As a visitor I didn't. Everywhere you look you see some magnificent view that leaves you awestruck. It's truly spectacular and something everyone should see. One downfall that is the downfall of all trails in Sedona is the lack of restrooms. If you're a dude you can pretty much pee anywhere. If you're not, make sure you go prior to entering the trail unless you're prepared to cop a squat trail side. If you are in Sedona, or planning a trip there, make sure to add Schnebly Hill Road to your list. read more

My friend and I rented an ATV and went up the trail. It was such an amazing experience. The views are absolutely breath taking. We had so much fun and loved this trail!!! read more

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Gorgeous. Camping is great. There's elk running through the campsites at times. A couple miles in and there's an incredible lookout. The road gets too dangerous for a normal car after you pass the lookout. Don't take your car past it. Off road vehicles can continue down to Sedona but you'll be driving over lots of boulders. Definitely worth the view if you can do it. read more

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Schnebly Hill Road begins @ the roundabout on AZ179 near Tlaquepaque. The paved section ends about a mile from the Sedona side. There's a large turnaround parking lot with picnic tables, which was just what we were looking for. The trailhead gave us a choice of moderate hiking trails. We stopped frequently to take photos, as it was a sunny blue-sky day with many magnificent towering red rock formations above Sedona. Amazing sunset colors against the rocks. read more

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I hope you are ready to do some serious off roading. Get your 4x4 and hit this trail. An absolute gem. Yes this is one of many trails you can hit in Sedona. It is long and about medium difficulty, but even an amateur like myself can get through it. I took my #TundraTRDPro and it took it like a champ. Mind you my Tundra is stock. No modifications whatsoever. Once you get near the top the view is incredible. A Rock at the top which is very easy to reach by foot provides stunning... and I mean STUNNING view of the whole valley. Intimidating yet serene, it is a place one must see. Obviously the ascend took longer than the descent. And not the road is not narrow, providing plenty of room for two way traffic. At any point you can make a stop, get off and enjoy nature. Not heavily trafficked by vehicles either which is perfect. And best of all... it is FREE! Highly recommended Follow me and my adventures fb: Sin Aguayo Ig: @SinAguayo read more

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If have a 4 wheel drive this a good route to explore. Highly recommend this is a nice ride through Sedona to flagstaff also very beautiful.

Yes it goes all the way through! I took this route from the Sedona side. It felt like it took forever but it was fun! I took it at sunset and it was beautiful! It gets rough in some spots but the last couple miles are easy and smooth, just before you merge onto the 17. It places you about 15 miles outside of Sedona so it's about a 25 minute drive back to town. I would say this is more of a easy-moderate drive! read more

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Very nice scenic trail. I clearance vehicle is require, but I don't think you really need a 4x4. I was on 2WD the entire trial ride.. for the majority of the ride, it's super slow because of how bumpy the ride is ( I average about 10mph the entire run) it's a lot easier and you can go faster with a SXS. I would recommend this trails for beginners and to take your family out to. Just because of your taking your personal truck (daily driver type of truck ) I've seen some people hit some rocks pretty hard. read more

Do NOT drive your personal vehicle on this road, unless it is high clearance 4x4. As a fan of the movie, "Vacation", I couldn't resist seeing where Aunt Edna died - the Schnebly Hill vista is the spot! I rented a Polaris RZR. The ascent took an hour. It is rocky all the way - approximately 6 miles. You'll work for the view, and it was worth it. Remember, the road is very rough. read more

SUV or Truck suggested for better ground clearance ,albeit I got about 6 miles in to Schnebly Hill Vista point for this Photograph in a FWD Camry / no worries. One of the most Incredible Drive's One Can Take in Arizona period. read more

Schnebly Hill Road - Phenomenal Arizona ~ view from Schnebly Hill Vista ~ DJI Mavic Pro drone Flight Photograph. - Hiking Near Me - Sedona, Arizona

Schnebly Hill Road (FS Road 153) is where jeep tours as well as visitors can go (if they have a 4x4) to enjoy some off-roading action. If you prefer to hike, don't fret, there are some trail heads for those who want an adventure on their own two feet. Check out the Schnebly Hill Trail and/or the Munds Mountain Trail. Renting ATV's would also be a ton of fun if you are into fast movement on uneven and unsurfaced roads. Schnebly Hill Road also offers great site seeing of Sedona and the beautiful Verde Valley surroundings! read more

Sure, it's pretty. On a jeep tour is the only way to drive this road without losing your mind. In a Subaru Outback, we did ok. We made it. There's no big steps, but it's a boulder field at times. One after the other. Just a real ball buster. Be ready. It doesn't mellow out til you can see the pavement 20ft ahead. *UPDATE* My mom spoke to a friend who is a Red Rock Jeep driver. He said the road used to be graded and maintained but the Forest Service got involved and claimed it was bad for the environment. So now, the road is a total disaster. Way to go Forest Service. You suck. read more

This is a very scenic trail with a few good views overlooking sedona. It connects to the i-17 to Sedona but takes maybe 2 hours so I like to use it when leaving or driving into sedona. It's barely rougher than a dirt road but there are quite a few places a car would have clearance issues so I would recommend a 4x4. read more

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Excellent Off Road Trail that you can start from Sedona or the I17. This trail is VERY bumpy most of the time but the views are amazing and there are lots of camping and hiking trail throughout... Some Off Road books claim that a car or minivan can make this trail but that is not the case. 4x4 and high clearance is recommended. read more

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Were going to Sedona to spread ashes of a loved one and missed the turn off of I-17. Ended up taking the Schnebly Hill rd exit. We lived i. Flagstaff many years before and I had forgotten how rough the road was. Thank goodness my Kia Sorento has good ground clearance to get over most of the rocks. It took us over an hour from top to bottom and a few scatches on the paint but a great experience!!!...(unless you talk to my daughter!!) A great day weather wise and missione accomplished spreading the ashes at a place that overlooked Coffee Pot Rock and surrounding formations. Look for the beautiful views where most people don't go!!! read more

We took a jeep tour with A Day in the West, Jimmy was our guide. He was amazing, was intelligent, kept us amused and even gave us some tips for our trip. The view off this road was one of my favorites in Sedona. Highly recommend! read more

Best drive u can take if you want beautiful scenic views. Takes about two hours to get to i17 so give yourself time. But it is seriously an experience worth having. read more

Went for a hike on a Saturday, clear skies very sunny. The hike started at the Munds Wagon trailhead. For the most part it is a nice hike that runs parallel to the dirt road traveled by 4x4's, jeeps, etc. It can be very long for some, and very sunny, which you may want to stay away from in hot hot days. I traveled about 90% of the way turning around just before the carousel. On the way back I tried out the Hangover Trail which takes you around the backside of Eagle rock and can be very tricky, so I was told by a fellow hiker. I turned around after a half hour due to time. I would definitely recommend this hike. It's earmarked for my next trip. All in all, Munds wagon trail was a moderate hike, lots of sun and walking. The only downside being the constant noise from the atv's, jeeps, trucks etc. Vear off onto Hangover trail if you want a more peaceful hike. read more