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Broken Arrow Trail
Monday, March 18, 2024
| Other Names | Broken Arrow, Coconino National Forest, Red Rock Ranger District, Devil’s Dining Room, The Steps, Sedona |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This popular 4x4 trail is known for its spectacular views of canyons, reddish/orange colored cliffs and tall hoodoos. The trail is marked and consists of hard packed slickrock with occasional loose chunk rock. The terrain is rated as moderately challenging but there are a couple sections that are steep, rugged and narrow that might be more difficult for a novice driver.
The main staging area has limited parking so long trailers are not recommended. The area is open year-round but can get very busy, especially during weekends. Jeep tours are common and popular.
Camping is not permitted at the staging area or alongside the trail but there is a group campground located a few miles west and a few designated campgrounds north of Sedona. Reservations are recommended since sites usually fill up months in advance, especially during holiday weekends.
Also when in the area check out the several vortex sites (pockets of concentrated energy from the earth that some claim have special healing properties that increase intuitiveness.)
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | AZGFD sticker required |
| Dates Open | Year-Round | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | No | All non-residents must purchase an Arizona OHV decal. |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (96 dB) | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
| MX Helmet Required | Youth Only | required for persons under 18 by state law (RiderPlanet strongly recommends helmets for all riders.) |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | vehicles must stay on trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Miles Of Trail | 4 | |
| Climate Type | Desert | |
| Elevation | 4250 to 4500 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Heavily Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  None | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  Little | |
| Mud | None | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Mostly | |
| Trees |  Some | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms | None | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade | None | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Mostly | |
 Amateur | Little | |
 Expert | None |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (N) | 76 (928) 203-0227 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (N) | 76 (928) 203-0227 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (N) | Rancho Sedona RV Park (928) 282-7255 |
 RV Hookup | 1-5 Miles (N) | Rancho Sedona RV Park (928) 282-7255 |
 RV Disposal | 1-5 Miles (N) | Rancho Sedona RV Park (928) 282-7255 |
| Campground | 5-20 Miles (N) | Manzanita Campground (877) 444-6777 or (877) 833-6777 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (N) | 76 (928) 203-0227 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  Good |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Sedona, AZ | ||
| Address | Morgan Road, Sedona, AZ 86336 | ||
| From: Flagstaff, AZ
1) Take Hwy 89A South about 30 miles 2) Take third exit at roundabout onto Hwy 179 S, continue about 1 mile 3) Take first exit at roundabout to stay on Hwy 179 S, continue .5 miles 4) Take first exit at roundabout to stay on Hwy 179 S, continue .6 miles 5) Take third exit at roundabout onto Morgan Road, continue about 1 mile toward trailhead. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Coconino National Forest - Red Rock Ranger District 8375 State Route 179 Sedona, AZ 86341-0429 (928) 203-7500 (928) 203-2900 sm.fs.cof_webmail@usda.gov www.fs.usda.gov |
Broken Arrow Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/6/2017 (Thanks!)
Broken Arrow Trail Photo
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Broken Arrow Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/4/2019 (Thanks!)
Broken Arrow Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 7/4/2019 (Thanks!)
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