Basics
- Length:
- 11 miles
- Aerobic Difficulty:
- Intermediate
- Time To Allow:
- 2 - 3 hours
- Season:
- All Year
Description
Cathedral Rock Loop is one of the most aesthetic mountain bike trails in the Sedona area. Accessed off the Bell Rock Pathway, Cathedral Rock Loop circumnavigates majestic Cathedral Rock. A mixture of hard packed singletrack and sections of slickrock, the Cathedral Rock Loop is sure to become a favorite of visitors to the Sedona area.
Cathedral Rock Loop offers amazing vistas of the rock monuments of the Sedona area and the Cathedral Mountains. Riders here will welcome the refreshing swimming hole located about half way along the ride on Oak Creek at Buddha Beach. Cathedral Rock Loop is a straightforward ride with some technical switchbacks and one larger drop that can be portaged.
Details
Length:
Accessed off Bell Rock Pathway. Other loops may be added for additional mileage.
Difficulty:
Aerobic Difficulty:
Time To Allow:
Accessed off Bell Rock Pathway. Additional loops may be ridden to increase time.
Season:
Additional Details:
Cathedral Rock Loop is a multi-use trail system and riders should be aware of right of way protocol when approaching hikers and other bikers. Remember when riding in the desert to bring a well-stocked repair kit and plenty of water. Riders should avoid cycling on Route 179 as this is not bike friendly but is rather a high speed and tight roadway with little shoulder.
