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Chuckwagon Loop
Trail Running Route
Hard
16.59 mi
1,723 ft
A beautiful loop on iconic Sedona trails.
The Upper Dry Creek Area, which this loop runs through, is the perfect zone for long-distance runs that sample Sedona's famed red rocks and gorgeous views.
This zone also provides more true singletrack running, instead of just scrambling up and down rock slabs all the time. The singletrack here swoops through the low pinion pines and spiny cholla cactus, allowing you to open up your stride and really cover some miles.
The three main trails anchoring this loop are Chuckwagon, Mescal, and Aerie. While Mescal is a bit tougher and more exposed than the others, it's still quite runnable. These sections of trail skirt the red rock slabs that Sedona is renowned for, with some of the upper reaches on Mescal especially offering jaw-dropping views from the side of Mescal Mountain of the greater Red Rocks Region.
Climbs and descents alternate back and forth in true Sedona style. Nothing kicks up for long... or descends for long, for that matter. Once you get into the rhythm of constant climbing and descending, you'll come to enjoy the short, techy downhills, the gorgeous views, and the ever-changing character of this trail. Written by Greg Heil
The Upper Dry Creek Area, which this loop runs through, is the perfect zone for long-distance runs that sample Sedona's famed red rocks and gorgeous views.
This zone also provides more true singletrack running, instead of just scrambling up and down rock slabs all the time. The singletrack here swoops through the low pinion pines and spiny cholla cactus, allowing you to open up your stride and really cover some miles.
The three main trails anchoring this loop are Chuckwagon, Mescal, and Aerie. While Mescal is a bit tougher and more exposed than the others, it's still quite runnable. These sections of trail skirt the red rock slabs that Sedona is renowned for, with some of the upper reaches on Mescal especially offering jaw-dropping views from the side of Mescal Mountain of the greater Red Rocks Region.
Climbs and descents alternate back and forth in true Sedona style. Nothing kicks up for long... or descends for long, for that matter. Once you get into the rhythm of constant climbing and descending, you'll come to enjoy the short, techy downhills, the gorgeous views, and the ever-changing character of this trail. Written by Greg Heil
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Route and Elevation
Segments
| Name | Distance | Elev. Diff. | Avg. Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chuckwagon - DB TH 2 LongCanyon rd | 5.15 mi | -200 ft | -0.6% |
| Chuckwagon - DB TH to Brins | 3.66 mi | -200 ft | -0.4% |
| Boynton Canyon Trail Climb | 0.54 mi | 190 ft | 6.6% |
| Aerie East to West | 1.98 mi | 213 ft | 1.4% |
| Boynton Pass Rd Climb | 0.48 mi | 148 ft | 5.8% |
| cockscomb to rupp | 1.45 mi | -105 ft | -0.6% |
| The Whole Anaconda | 1.66 mi | 292 ft | 1.7% |
| Garnet Hill Dr Climb | 0.77 mi | 230 ft | 5.6% |