Doe Mountain Trail
Doe Mountain Trail
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Angelica
Sierra Vista21 contributions
Oct 2020
I went with my husband to see the sunrise and it was one of the most calming experiences we have had together. I found the hike to be moderate as I am not an experienced hiker at all. It is a steep incline the entire path and there are beautiful views throughout the entire climb to the top. There are plenty of safe places to stop for a quick breather, if needed. You are required to have a parking pass which there is a vending machine on site for that. There is also a restroom which I found convenient. I admittedly do not generally enjoy outdoor activities and this was a hike I enjoyed and would do again.
Written October 12, 2020
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Janet
4 contributions
Nov 2020
Great view, short hike that is well worth your time. Beware that the trails are not marked well at all. Short but steep keep eye out for where others go up trail. Recommend marking location on phone once on top so yo7 can find way back to trail down.
Written November 30, 2020
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Trippingdaisy69
Bryan, TX119 contributions
May 2021
Doe Mesa Trail is a great moderate hike with a big payoff - spectacular views. We did this one with a private guide from Pink Jeep Tours; Mike guided us well and took plenty of pictures of us on our experience. Got there around 8:30am on a Thursday and parking still available; only met a few other hikers. Enjoyed the "less crowded" feel this hike gave. I would do this one again.
Written June 11, 2021
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Mary M
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Solo
I took a day trip to Sedona. While there I went on a small group tour called the Best Vortex and Chakra Tour of Sedona. This small group tour has a maximum of six travelers. (My group only had two.). We visited two Vortexes. One was a Buddhist site, The other was Rachel's Knoll. The tour involved some walking, sitting, and riding. It included a chakra reading and gemstone. We saw the mountains in the background.
The tour was 2.5 hours. I also had some time for sightseeing and dining before and after the tour. I took pictures of some pretty flowers and the store Gem Magic, which is a short walk from the tour meeting place at a Best Western Hotel. That hotel is just across the parking lot from The Golden Goose American Grill, where I ate vegetarian options for lunch and dinner.
I found Sedona to be a nice, scenic place with temperatures about ten degrees cooler than Scottsdale, where the highs were a little above 100 in mid-September.
The tour was 2.5 hours. I also had some time for sightseeing and dining before and after the tour. I took pictures of some pretty flowers and the store Gem Magic, which is a short walk from the tour meeting place at a Best Western Hotel. That hotel is just across the parking lot from The Golden Goose American Grill, where I ate vegetarian options for lunch and dinner.
I found Sedona to be a nice, scenic place with temperatures about ten degrees cooler than Scottsdale, where the highs were a little above 100 in mid-September.
Written January 24, 2024
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BaCaTion8
Charleston, SC18 contributions
Mar 2022
Our mountain bike guide recommended this lesser known hike and I'm so glad he did. It took 35 minutes with some climbing and at a decent pace to reach the top. Doe is more of a mesa than a mountain. The top is large and flat so you can get great views without crowds. Highly recommend!
Written March 15, 2022
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limabean
South Shore, SD23 contributions
Feb 2021
A great hike. Probably rated from easy to medium. One of the best views down into Sedona. Make sure you return on the road back to Sedona, not continue on as road turns into a terribly rough gravel.
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Written February 19, 2021
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Cruiser765381
2 contributions
Jun 2021
My adult daughter and I wanted to get Doe Mountain in on our recent visit to Sedona, but the only time we could fit it in to our schedule was in the early afternoon. We hesitated given the heat but ended up being pleasantly surprised! We started our climb at 1:30 and were the only people on the trail (needless to say, parking was not a problem). There was plenty of shade along the way if we needed to stop. And once we reached the top, there
was also plenty of shade and a nice breeze so we spent time exploring and enjoying the views from different parts of the mesa. This trail is a switchback and there were quite a few step-like formations to climb so may not be the best if you have knee problems. We also noted that a family with smaller children started up the trail and turned back once they hit some of the narrow parts of the trail.
was also plenty of shade and a nice breeze so we spent time exploring and enjoying the views from different parts of the mesa. This trail is a switchback and there were quite a few step-like formations to climb so may not be the best if you have knee problems. We also noted that a family with smaller children started up the trail and turned back once they hit some of the narrow parts of the trail.
Written June 12, 2021
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CoachJDC
Bethesda, MD130 contributions
Feb 2022
Did this 1.5 hr RT hike one late afternoon... not too many people and easy enough for our family, (one 68 yo)...it's uphill climb on a switchback trail, but you never feel unsafe. Great views from the top mesa...leave 30 min to roam around and take pictures from both sides of the top. Recommended as moderate hike.
Written February 27, 2022
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wade a
New Brighton, MN609 contributions
Oct 2021 • Couples
Moderate trail that could be done quickly if one wanted... we spent a lot of time on top enjoying great views in all directions... plenty of parking available and easy to combo this with Fay Canyon like we did
Written October 17, 2021
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SandiaBlue
Albuquerque, NM262 contributions
Sep 2022 • Couples
Not long in distance, but a vertical climb so could be challenging for some as there are a few rock scrambles along the way. Good shoes are a must as slippery rocks and glad we had our hiking sticks as well. However, the panoramic view at the top is worth the hike.
Written September 18, 2022
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Is it possible to do this trail with a 4 month old baby in a carrier?
Written September 25, 2018
Sure, if you're strong enough and can pull yourself up two-foot high rock steps with a carrier on your back. (I had no carrier. I had to sit down and swing my feet up at one spot where the step was higher than my knees.) There are some fairly difficult sections, but they're short.
Written September 25, 2018
Are there other trails close(driving to if needed ) to this worth hiking? Wanted to complete another one as we just have one day of hiking.
Written October 1, 2017
Yes, there are trails everywhere, try to get a map of the area. The Sedona Chamber of Commerce is a great source or the US Forest Service!
Written October 1, 2017
If we complete this trail in approx 2 hours would there be another worthwhile hike in close driving proximity to this one? We have one day to hike so wanting to get as much as we can:)
Written October 1, 2017
Agree with Ron below about Bear Mountain. If you go to Boynton Canyon/Kachina Woman around 10 am you may catch Robert there playing the Native American flute from the top of the pillar. Magical! If the Earth could sing, it would sound like that.
Written October 1, 2017
The hill is a steep plateau but without drop offs that are worrysome.
Written October 2, 2017
I see there are great reviews on the resort but when I look at the pictures on trip advisor the accommodations and amenities looks like they are 3 star at best. Am I wrong?
Written August 25, 2015
The Adobe Grande Villas are AAA Four Diamond for 10 years running. It is much smaller than Enchantment and very, very personal. You have very large rooms (~800 - 1200 sq ft) and outstanding cooked to order breakfasts. Sedona is a special place and a huge Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons just wouldn't do it justice. That said, there are plenty of accommodations that rival the service and accommodations of the chains that you are used to. Go, Enjoy, it is a magical place!
Written August 26, 2015
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