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Hiking up Oak Creek's west fork offers one of the best outdoor experiences in Sedona, an area already known as a hiker's paradise. The steep canyon walls and the shade of trees make this a perfect trail if you're looking to avoid the heat of the Arizona sun.
Exactly how to hike West Fork of Oak Creek Trail in Sedona AZ, including parking, fees, hiking walkthrough + photos of the subway tunnel.
West fork trail is about 25 minutes from central Sedona. Once you’re on State Route 89A you’ll stay on there for about 11 miles. You’ll drive past the little Dairy Queen and Slide Rock.
Location: 17.5 miles south of Flagstaff (9.5 miles north of Sedona) on paved roads in scenic Oak Creek Canyon. Access: Drive south 17.5 miles south from Flagstaff or north 9.5 miles from Sedona to about halfway between milepost 385 and 384. The trailhead is on the west side of the highway down a paved lane that leads behind a few creekside houses.
With spectacular red rock scenery, creek crossings, pools, and waterfalls, this moderately challenging 9.5-mile roundtrip hike is a can’t-miss experience when visiting Sedona. Here’s everything you need to know to make the most of your scenic West Fork Trail hike.
West Fork Oak Creek is an idyllic hike along a stream in a tall, red canyon in north Sedona, and is a really enjoyable hike, especially in the warmer summer months. I did this hike with my brother on my latest trip to Arizona, and it is certainly a great one to add to your Sedona hiking list.
West Fork Trail is one of the most enchanting and rewarding hikes in Sedona, AZ. The area is said to be one of the energy vortexes that Sedona is famous for. The trail winds up the West Fork of Oak Creek, surrounding you with tall canyon walls.