by Colby Sheffer | Jul 21, 2026 | Completed, Naturalization, Recreation Support, Watershed Improvement
Few places capture the spirit of Sedona quite like West Fork. Towering canyon walls, crystal-clear water, vibrant autumn colors, and one of Arizona’s most iconic hiking experiences draw hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. For many, West Fork is their...
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...
