Devil's Bridge Trailhead

A moderately challenging hike to an awesome natural bridge. I recommend using collapsible trekking poles that you can place in your backpack as you scramble up rocks and steps over the final 20 to 30 foot ascent near the bridge. The bridge itself can be intimidating as you view it from the side. But once you walk out on it, you realize it is actually 8 feet wide or so at its most narrow point. Those with a fear of heights will likely still be uncomfortable. For those who make the jaunt, memorable photos at the bridge and along the hike await. Morning hiking is recommended to avoid the heat of the day. And as always, when hiking, be certain to bring plenty of water and some nourishment, such as nuts, fruit, trail mix, or sandwiches for your hike. Staying healthy is vital!

An Unforgettable Sunrise Hike – Devil’s Bridge Trailhead Waking up early for this hike was so worth it. If you’re thinking about visiting Devil’s Bridge Trailhead, do yourself a favor and go for the sunrise. We started in the dark, guided only by our flashlights (bring a bright one—you’ll need it!), and made our way up the trail with the stars still overhead. The climb isn’t too difficult, but it does get your heart pumping, especially as you get closer to the top. But once we reached the bridge and sat there, waiting for the first light—it was pure magic. Watching the night fade into day, and seeing the sun’s golden rays slowly spill over the red cliffs and trees below, was one of the most peaceful, beautiful experiences I’ve ever had. You feel totally connected to nature, like you’re witnessing something ancient and sacred. The views from the top are breathtaking. Sitting on the bridge with that backdrop feels surreal—it’s the kind of moment that makes you pause and just be. Whether you’re into hiking or just want a powerful experience in nature, this one’s a must. Highly recommend this hike to anyone visiting Sedona. Just go early, take your time, and soak it all in.

Cool formation, great backdrop, the bridge itself is stunningly beautiful, but it's a freaking carnival. I've seen enough images of long lines to know this would be an awful outdoor experience. If you just need that iconic shot, and don't mind Disney-level lines, then it's worth going. But it's not a hike, it's a ride at Disneyland. The only saving grace for us is that it was raining when we went. There were only a small handful of other hearty souls venturing out in the wet weather. The images aren't as amazing as with better weather and lighting, but it was still a great experience when uncrowded, and would do it again.....when uncrowded haha

This is one of the hottest attractions in Sedona. First, you have to take a shuttle to get to the trailhead, either at Dry Creek or Mescal trailhead. The waiting time to step on the bridge and take a photo can be easily more than an hour. For the most part of the trail, it is very easy. Until you close to the bridge. The last scramble may be the hardest but still doable. We are lucky to have a sea of clouds as the background, making the shot more unique and mythical.

The hike is 6 miles long. 2 miles to the Trail. One to the bridge. And repeat back. Going up the mountain can be difficult at times but there is a lot of rest areas and viewpoints. Highly recommend to bring water and some snacks. Besides, that coming down is a breeze. And when you’re up at the bridge you can sit down and wait your turn for photos. You can also cheat by driving a Can-Am or an off-road vehicle and avoid 4 miles of walking to only do 2 for the mile up and mile down.

Trekked it in the morning/afternoon last week on a 103⁰ Thursday after Boynton. This entry point to the bridge doesn't have much shade but is fairly easy, with gusts of cooling wind at its endpoint. I recommend arriving early to beat the crowds. Shuttles, and heat. Plenty of parking at this point of entry.

This was our second time going to Sedona, and we wanted to do this trail last year and ran out of time. The book we had to tell us about the different hikes, was not accurate, which means we did not have enough water. The mile in and mile out hike ended up being a bit longer, and it was mostly easy till the end, which was up some challenging stairs. And some rock that were covered with loose dirt. So it made the path easy to slip on. But with the right shoes and enough time planned and enough water. The hike is deffinatly worth it. The views were wonderful. And the bridge was amazing. It was hard to take pictures, as you would go a few feet and the light would change and the same thing would look different. We loved it.

We started the hike from Mezcal parking lot. It was a 2.4 mile hike to the bridge. The majority of the hike is fairly easy. It is the last section to the bridge that is steep, climbing up boulders. We waited about 15 minutes for our turn to go out onto the bridge. Definitely one of those moments that we will always remember!