Arizona Trailblazers Hiking Club
Sedona Sunset Day Hike
| when |
Trip Report :
November 4, 2017
|
| where |
west Sedona |
| the hike |
For the 2nd Sedona Sunset experience we will explore the
Carroll Canyon trail system, then move on to the Airport Loop.
Included will be a visit to two of the more renowned area landmarks, the
Sedona Airport Vortex and the Sedona Airport Overlook, which becomes at dusk
an international melting pot of scenic admirers. This hike is being announced
well in advance to accommodate participants who may want to incorporate
further overnight or weekend plans in the area.
The last 1.5 miles of the hike will be in fading light, so bring a form of illumination.
Due to the late conclusion no formal post-hike meal is planned, so pack plenty of
food and water. Do not sign up for this hike if you expect to accommodate any
other evening plans outside of the immediate Sedona area.
|
| distance |
10 miles |
| time |
6-7 hours |
| EC |
+-1500' elevation change |
| elevations |
4200' to 4900' |
| type |
double loop |
| on trail |
100% — Carroll Canyon trail system, Airport Loop |
| rating |
"B-"
Rate yourself as a hiker. |
| dogs allowed |
no |
| cost |
Sharing gas expenses with the driver.
The club also allows voluntary contributions of $5 per non-member. |
| weather |
Sedona |
| meet |
10:00 AM in the
Fry’s parking lot on the SW corner of I-17 & Bell Road. Park
behind Denny’s, near the entrance to the Deer Valley Park & Ride.
I will need an organizer at that location.
|
| drive |
| • |
I-17 north to exit 287 at Camp Verde. |
| • |
Left onto AZ-260 to Cottonwood (12.4 miles). |
| • |
Right onto AZ-89A to Sedona (16.6 miles). |
| • |
Right onto Sunset Drive (Walgreens on corner), 0.6 miles to Sunset Park. |
|