by Colby Sheffer | May 21, 2026 | In Progress, Naturalization, Recreation Support, Turkey Creek, Watershed Improvement
When most people think about trail work in Sedona, they think about recreation – better trails, improved hiking and riding experiences, and volunteer stewardship. But much of the restoration work now happening throughout the Turkey Creek area is about something...
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 | Mar 14, 2026 | Completed, Recreation Support, Turkey Creek
Del Sol, 3rd Rock, and Rodeo The Del Sol, 3rd Rock, and Rodeo Trails together form an important entry corridor into the developing Turkey Creek trail system. Beginning at the Transept Trailhead, Del Sol also serves as a gateway into the system from the adjacent...
by TLRandall | Mar 13, 2026 | Completed, Recreation Support, Turkey Creek
Rodeo Trail is now fully open. Completed on March 11th, 2026, Rodeo is a short but memorable descent connecting Third Rock Trail to Del Sol. At 0.34 miles long with 203 feet of elevation loss, it’s compact but packed with character. Rodeo was built as a directional,...
by srrtf | Jun 4, 2025 | In Progress, Recreation Support, Turkey Creek
Sedona, AZ (June 4, 2025) – In April, the newly constructed Del Sol Trail opened for use – the first trail in the ambitious Turkey Creek trail system that has been under development and for more than four years. Del Sol is a key connection from the Transept trailhead...
by srrtf | Mar 7, 2025 | Completed, Naturalization, Recreation Support
Recreational use of Doe Mountain has a long history. Some locals even remember the days when a helicopter tour company provided gourmet dinners on the summit – flying clients there and back for a romantic evening. Those days are gone, but this relatively short...
