Arizona Trailblazers Hiking Club
Soldiers’ Pass Cave Day Hike
| when |
November 29, 2023 Wednesday
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| where |
Secluded location, Cococino National Forest |
| the hike |
Get to know this 3 to 5 mile (depending on parking location) out-and-back trail near Sedona, Arizona.
Generally considered a moderately challenging route.
This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.
This has a vertical scramble at the end and an 18 inch wide ledge with a missing piece to jump over. Not for the faint of heart.
Not for the exposure challenged persons.
This is a sensitive archaeological site. Please be respectful of the surrounding wilderness area by traveling on
the main trail so as to not disturb the cryptobiotic soil and sensitive vegetation.
Hikers are asked to practice leave no trace principles in order to help with the preservation of these sites.
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| distance |
3-5 miles (depends on parking) |
| time |
4-5 hours |
| EC |
+-700' elevation change |
| type |
out and back |
| on trail |
100% — short section has a mildly challenging ledge |
| rating |
"A due to vertical scramble at the end "
Rate yourself as a hiker. |
| dogs allowed |
no |
| cost |
The club allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member. |
| weather |
Sedona |
| leader |
Email the leader to confirm:
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| meet |
6:30 AM in the
McDonald’s carefree off I -17 at 3140 W Carefree Hwy, Phoenix, AZ 85086.
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| drive |
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I-17 north to Sedona exit. |
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Left though traffic circle to 89A west toward Cottonwood. |
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One mile past traffic circle, turn right on Soldiers' Pass Rd. |
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Follow to the end and park in the small lot. |
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