3.6 miles
Distance
331 ft
Climb
-329 ft
Descent
4,477 ft
High Point

Fairly easy route around Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte, without the tough climbs. Very popular so be aware late risers on the weekend may not find parking. There is no shade on this hike so be prepared with plenty of water and the proper attire.

Detailed Description
Bell Rock - Courthouse Butte Loop is a 4 mile popular easy route located near Sedona Arizona. This hike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 2 trails. This route climbs 331 ft with a max elevation of 4,477 ft then descends -329 ft.
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  • Riding area
    Village of Oak Creek
  • Primary Activity
    Hike
  • Other Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Horse
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Green
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Ridelogs
    2
More Stats for Bell Rock - Courthouse Butte Loop mountain bike route
  • Altitude min
    4,248 ft
  • Altitude start
    4,330 ft
  • Altitude end
    4,334 ft
  • Grade max
    -22.9%
  • Grade min
    17.1%
  • Distance climb
    2 miles
  • Distance down
    1 mile
  • Distance flat
    3,287 ft

Directions

  1. Walk southeast on Bell Rock Acc.
  2. Continue for 200 meters.
  3. Make a sharp left onto Bell Rock Pathway.
  4. Continue for 500 meters.
  5. Keep right to take Llama.
  6. Continue for 100 meters.
  7. Turn right onto Courthouse Butte Loop.
  8. Continue for 2.5 kilometers.
  9. Turn right onto Big Park Loop.
  10. Continue for 500 meters.
  11. Keep left to stay on Big Park Loop.
  12. Continue for 400 meters.
  13. Turn right to stay on Big Park Loop.
  14. Continue for 500 meters.
  15. Walk northwest on Bell Rock Pathway.
  16. Continue for 800 meters.
  17. Keep left to take Bell Rock Acc.
  18. Continue for 200 meters.
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Bell Rock Acc
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Apr 25, 2023
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