2.5 miles
Distance
767 ft
Climb
-764 ft
Descent
5,131 ft
High Point
3 ft
Altitude change
4,630 ft
Altitude min
4,630 ft
Altitude start
4,633 ft
Altitude end
-39.8%
Grade max
51.5%
Grade min
1 mile
Distance climb
1 mile
Distance down
433 ft
Distance flat

Starting at the Doe Mountain trailhead parking lot you will climb up a series of switchbacks. You will know once you hit the top of the mesa by the flat top and the spectacular views. This hike sees fewer users than the more popular hikes in the area. Also once you are on the top of the mesa there is plenty of room to find a quiet place to enjoy the views by yourself.

Detailed Description
Doe Mountain Loop is a 3 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Sedona Arizona. This hike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 3 trails. This route climbs 767 ft with a max elevation of 5,131 ft then descends -764 ft.
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Trail Issues on Route

  • Significant Issue / Amber: 1 trail (newest: Sep 20, 2026)
  • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Sep 20, 2026)
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Stats

  • Distance
    3 miles
  • Avg time
    1 hr 29 min
  • Altitude min
    4,630 ft
  • Altitude start
    4,630 ft
  • Altitude end
    4,633 ft
  • Climb
    767 ft
  • Descent
    -764 ft
  • Grade max
    -39.8%
  • Grade min
    51.5%
  • Distance climb
    1 mile
  • Distance down
    1 mile
  • Distance flat
    433 ft

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Details

  • Riding area
  • Primary Activity
    Hike
  • Other Activities
    • Trail Running
  • Difficulty rating
    Blue
  • Route Type
    Loop
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Physical rating
    Moderate
  • Activity Logs
    8

Directions

  1. Walk southeast on Doe Mountain Access.
  2. Continue for 100 meters.
  3. Turn right onto Aerie (Upper).
  4. Continue for 30 meters.
  5. Turn left onto Doe Mountain.
  6. Continue for 3 kilometers.
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Recent Trail Reports Along Route

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Doe Mountain
Sep 20, 2026 @ 8:02am (America/Phoenix)
Sep 20, 2026
Doe Mountain Access
Sep 20, 2026 @ 8:02am (America/Phoenix)
Sep 20, 2026
Doe Mountain Rim
Sep 20, 2026 @ 8:02am (America/Phoenix)
Sep 20, 2026
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