by Colby Sheffer | Jun 11, 2026 | Completed
This spring, an impressive team of trail professionals and conservation volunteers spent eight days tackling much-needed trail maintenance deep within the Red Rock Secret Mountain Wilderness. From March 25 through April 1, the North Zone Trail Crew, led by Nate Lott...
by Colby Sheffer | Jun 10, 2026 | Completed, Recreation Support
One of the first trail improvement projects completed in Sedona this year is already making a difference for local equestrians and trail users alike. The popular Rector Connector trail skirts the scenic saddle between Bell Rock and Courthouse Butte, offering beautiful...
by Colby Sheffer | Jun 10, 2026 | Completed, Recreation Support
Attention mountain bikers -- Have we got a new beauty for you! Completed in March 2026, this much-anticipated trail was designed to provide bikers with a heat-pumping experience, including a challenging alignment in a steep slick rock wash. The project involved...
by Colby Sheffer | Jun 10, 2026 | Completed, Naturalization, Turkey Creek, Watershed Improvement
We are DELIGHTED to announce that the 2025 – 2026 Trail Crew Season for Turkey Creek (Phase 2) is complete! There was an incredible amount of work done by the Red Rock Ranger District’s Forest Service Trail Team and a slew of volunteers from several...
by TLRandall | Apr 14, 2026 | Completed, Recreation Support
Few places in Sedona offer the kind of sweeping views and accessible adventure found on Doe Mountain. It’s no surprise the trail has become one of the most popular hikes in the Red Rock Ranger District. But with that popularity comes impact. Over time, heavy use...
by TLRandall | Apr 8, 2026 | Completed, Trail User Education
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a longtime Sedona local, the adventure usually begins at the trailhead. Across the Red Rock Ranger District, trailhead kiosks provide maps, safety information, and tips for responsible recreation before people head out onto...