Devil's Bridge Trail Reviews

Had a really good time hiking in Sedona and Devil's Bridge. We went mid-February and were blessed with some great weather.

We decided to hike the "trail" on the way out to the bridge and the off-road route on the way back. The hike along the trail was about 2.5 miles to the trail head and then another mile. The trail can get slippery with some mud so I would recommend a "trail running" shoe. The trail had some ups/downs and was not too hard. It is a good recommendation to bring hiking poles and a small string backpack with some water. Brining water is a MUST at any time of year, but especially when you go later in the spring - there are no water stations along the way. (If I was thinking I would have brought a few beers to drink upon reaching the peak.)

Once you get to the trail head the route gets more difficult. The last half mile has some steep and narrow points. The Bridge was not too crowded given the fact we went during the "winter" and in the middle of the week. I can see how it gets busy during tourist season.

We parked along the main road as the parking lot was smaller and full. A Sedona PD officer gave us some tips on where to park. The strongly enforce parking signs so illegally park at your own peril.

At the bridge people were respectful in terms of taking pictures for others and moving along. The best view in my opinion was an outcropping short of the bridge. It provided a chance to take some great pics. (Someone left a small snowman, which was hilarious.)

We are not big hikers, but still found the experience a lot of fun - great chance to enjoy fresh air. Other hikers along the route were respectful and friendly. There were a few people riding mountain bikes. We found the bikers courteous. Off road motorists along the off road trail were also respectful.

Overall, the effort and energy was worth the reward. No safety issues or concerns.
There is plenty to see along the way when taking the hiking trail (which is not well marked in some parts) - bring a paper map as cell phone coverage gets sporadic.

It's like an amusement park ride. You stand in line, hand your camera to someone behind you and wait for people to go out & get their pictures taken by someone waiting behind them. If it's a group of people they will usually go back and forth a few times switching out ppl in their group and trying to get the 'best' pics It can be annoying. If you can find someone to catch a 4wd ride with to a closer parking area, it makes the hike easier. It is quite strenuous getting up there. Lots of ppl with short-legged dogs were having to carry the dog and hike and weren't prepared well for that. Being there before 730am is a must or maybe later in the evening.

It’s snowed the entire 4 mile round trip hike, but was worth it! Everyone has the classic photo of the bridge in the summer, but how many have a picture in a snowstorm??

Parking is problematic - it's a hit and miss. We were there at 9:30 and were lucky to get a parking spot in the parking lot.

It could be dusty if the wind is blowing just right. We took the trail via the 4x4 road going up and took the Chuckwagon Trail coming back down which added I think an extra mile.
A nice hike until the last leg of the journey. Before approaching the bridge, you will have to climb on rocks and it is steep and uneven and its hard not to lose your footing. But the view is well worth it.
You will have to wait your turn to take pictures of the bridge.

A little overrated hike. We parked at the Mezcal Parking lot (recommended), it adds about total of 1 mile more in hiking, but more scenery and easier parking. The hike itself is pretty easy, except the last 400 years are climbing over rocks, but fun. Expect to wait an hour or more when you are Devils Bridge, standing in line, to have everyone taking a picture (alone or group) on the bridge. Not only there, but in general the view is really nice, and you can see Boynton Canyon (towards Birthing Cave), another recommended hike.

If it’s a picture you want, you’ll wait in line for hours. We did it and glad we did, but won’t repeat. You van get a lot of beautiful views without waiting for the coveted picture on the bridge.

Enjoyable trail, relatively flatter terrain (compared to Cathedral Rock) with some scrambling, very doable with our kids (7&9). The “bridge” looks a lot more narrower than it is, but can still make your heart race if heights aren’t your thing! Spotted many cactus and flowers starting to bloom in April. One the trails back out crosses a small stream, feet could get wet depending on when you go.

talk about a breath taking view! My wife and I enjoyed the hike, wasn't very difficult. There were really only two spots where it got a little steep but the rocks make steps so it was fairly easy to climb!

I'd recommend getting their early because parking goes fast and the line will build up to take a picture on devils bridge, so plan accordingly!

Go early as there are a couple bottleneck sections of the trail (near the end and at the bridge). The hike involves some scrambling near the bridge so some coordination/fitness level is required but not a tonne.
The City of Sedona has a shuttle for Thursday through Sunday which provides access at 7am however when we arrived there at 715 there was lots of people who had already drove there with some parking remaining. Had I known that i could drive i would have went earlier to avoid the heat and have a quieter hike. Overall great!

This was a fun hike . My husband and I really enjoy the walk. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS.It was a perfect day. Highly recommend it.

We had no problem parking at the Mescal trailhead about 8:30 am on a weekday during spring break. There was a small stream not far from the start of the hike which required us to take off our boots and socks - the water was cold! It is my understanding that at most times of the year, you can step right over this spot but not when we went. Bring a towel to dry off your feet. The hike itself was interesting and varied. The rock scramble up and then down at the end was not for those with a fear of heights. No one in our family (two adults and two kids 10 and 13) was brave enough to even go near the actual Devil's Bridge formation. Recommended but go early! We did they whole out and back in about 2 hours but we move FAST!

We got to the Mescal trailhead at sunrise. It was a Friday at the end of Sept and we barely saw anyone on the trail. It was well marked and easy to follow. We met up with the Devils Bridge trail and started to see people as we got close to the top. It’s mostly flat, Denice, till you get about a half mile to the top. Then it starts to gain elevation but it’s very doable. Some rock scrambling which is the fun part! There were other hikers but not a ton. We waited maybe 10-15 mins to get our pics. Everyone was super friendly and took turns taking pictures for each other. The hike down was easy. We were done and down before 9am and went for breakfast! I wouldn’t want to do it later in the day, personally. Going early meant it was still cool, the light was gorgeous, and it wasn’t crowded. We saw lots of people starting out as we were ending.

We visited this trail on a Monday morning in December and it was incredibly crowded--much more so than visiting the Grand Canyon the weekend before. The dry creek trailhead was packed so we opted to park at the mescal trailhead and it was much less crowded and we only passed a few people before merging onto the Devil's bridge trail. The view at the end is beautiful, but the line to take a picture on the bridge was about 40mins long. I would recommend going very early or asking a local for an alternative.

Devils bridge with tips

We arrived to the dry creek parking lot at 5:58am on a Thursday and snagged the last actual spot. People will create parking spots here until the lot is nearly impassible. If you miss the lot, you’ll be adding an extra mile to your hike by parking on dry creek road. You can take the chuckwagon trail from the parking lot, and if you follow the signs, it’ll take you this longer way. This route while more beautiful, takes longer and is less direct than walking back to the entrance to the parking lot and walking the OTV road. Use the vault toilet before you start out, there aren’t any facilities anywhere else, and if you feel the need before the final climb, find a discreet place out of the way, because you’ll have no privacy at the top.

If you have a lifted 4x4 vehicle, you can drive the mile to the trailhead from the parking lot. The first hill to the road will tell you if your vehicle can make it or not. There were also pink Jeep tours taking people to the trailhead as well. I didn’t mind the extra walk from the lot but we also started out early to avoid lots of people.

If you want to get a photo ON or below the bridge, then the last portion of the hike will be difficult, so prepare accordingly. We saw plenty of people without hats or water, or even proper shoes leaving after 9:30am for this hike. Please be forewarned that as the day goes on, the busier this gets, and there’s very little shade, and no water. It’s popular, like SUPER popular, so if that’s a turn off, don’t go. Even sunset is busy.

If you’re covid conservative, ex- wearing a mask on a trail, expecting others to wear one, and wanting to avoid others at 3 feet or more, then this isn’t the trail for you, unless you set out an hour or two before sunrise. This is the #1 trail in the area and everyone wants the bridge shot for their Instagram. There are lots of congested areas in the last quarter mile where it’s very difficult to avoid others. I would say 90% of the hikers were unmasked and with the elevation and the difficult last climb, I wouldn’t want to obstruct my oxygen either.

Once you get to the top, you will immediately see the line for photos to your left. The culture here is that you take the photo for the people in front of you. It took us an hour from the lot to the top, and the line at 7am was 45 minutes for photos. By the time we left, the line had doubled and there were the same number of people coming up the last portion of the trail with even more walking down the OTV road.

Don’t be a jerk and throw rocks over the edge while waiting for your turn, there are people BELOW THE BRIDGE TAKING PHOTOS.

The ascent and descent to and from the top is VERY STEEP. You will need to use your hands to get up and down. Trekking poles would be helpful if you have balance issues, or injuries.

If you are wearing proper hiking shoes, you shouldn’t have an issue slipping on the rocks.

After taking your photo at the top, go UNDER the bridge for an alternate view OR if you have mobility issues or are afraid of heights, skip the top and just take the under photo. To get there from the top start your descent back down the trail, as soon as you can go towards the bridge, go. It won’t look like a very established trail, and some of the footing will be difficult for a couple meters. Keep going, it’s worth it. To skip the top, just before you reach the steep climb, hang a left. To go under the bridge.

Don’t follow people on the way back! We did that and nearly got lost, We had to scramble up a hillside to get back to the trail.

This was not our favorite hike due to the tourist crowd but the picture/view on the bridge is certainly a neat experience!

Great hike with adequate parking 4 miles round trip. Recommend for all ages Trail very well marked and maintained. Take water with you to stay hydrated

Lots of people. I prefer trails around Sedona where there's less people so you can truly enjoy nature. If you are going in the winter, bring spikes. I saw so many people fall on the trail.

This was a great hike to Devil's Bridge. Some of it was moderately difficult for some. It was worth the hike. Great views. Fun to walk out onto the bridge of stone. Once we got to this area there was a long line of people waiting to take pictures. Had a good time talking to people while we waited on line. Stunning views. Worth the trip !

Great hike with amazing views. Trail is not challenging until the very end- whether there was some moderate scrambling- easier to go up than down. Amazing views- We did not wait on line to get a pic on the bridge- our hotel manager told us to get there right before sunrise and climb up just as the sun is peaking up- but we went midday- so got the rush of folks- will plan on that the next trip!

Nice hike and views, approximately 4 miles from start to finish but the views were awesome. 2 days in Sedona wasn't enough

( via Mescal Trail ) - go EARLY. We initially were going to hike this Thursday AM, and then the guys thought why don't we take the ATV's up here later .. you can take like half the trail with ATV and then hike the rest, but I wouldn't recommend that. If you do rent ATV's you'll want to be rippin' around on those the whole time, not having them parked while you hike. SO, we did a sunrise hike and started at 7 AM. It was beyond beautiful with a full moon still in the sky. We did this Saturday AM, but I have been told this is the busiest/touristy hiking trail of all Sedona. We met close to 100 ppl coming down as we were hiking up. When we reached the top/bridge area, there were probably 40 people in line to go out on the bridge for photo ops. By the time we left (20 min or so, wait for us) there were over 100 ppl in line. There are THREE trails you can take to get to the bridge and I cannot recommend Mescal Trail enough. Took us about 2.5 hrs total. Trail #1 is just a service road. The last part of the hike is very steep incline steps, otherwise the hike is a nice, moderate trail.

Went with wife and 2 small dogs on Valentine’s Day. About 2 mile hike each way with steep climb at end. Had 1 hour wait for pics on bridge. We have a keep but was unaware of parking area for 4 wheelers about a mile from bridge. Climb at end was too difficult for small dogs and ,ignited be tough for small children and some adults. Views and pics are worth the hike. Highly recommend.

What a great day. We parked at Dry Creek Road (I was tempted to try driving our rental 4x4 in, but the rocks at the front convinced me otherwise). We hiked from Dry Creek via the Chuckwagon Trail. It was spectacular but made for a very long and somewhat challenging hike. Good think I brought some M&M’s, apples, granola bars, and even a bag of Lucky Charms. Even though my family thought I was nuts for putting this stuff in my backpack, the snacks were very much appreciated on the way. My kids even said I was right about something! If that wasn’t enough to make a great day, the views along the trail were just icing on the cake. As you approach the Devil’s Bridge, the elevation really starts. There were a couple of moments I questioned my decisions, but then a family with 3-4 year old kids, or couples with babies strapped to their backs would pass by and I figured, if they could do it….

On the way back we walked along the 4x4 road. It was MUCH quicker than the way in, and although we were happy to be back at the car quicker, we all agreed that we were glad we hiked through the Chuckwagon Trail on the way in.

Stunning views, great hike! The first half is simple and easy on a trail the second half does have a bit more “stair” climbing. It offered many beautiful lookout points! The line to get onto the bridge was very long so we decided to just stand in front of it.

3.5-mile hike unless you have a 4x4 vehicle. Get there EARLY, we got there at 6:00 am and the parking lot only had 3/20+ spaces left. If parking fills up you have to park on the street and it's a much farther walk. Expect some climbing but overall not that intense. More stairs made out of rocks than anything. The bridge is a lot thicker than you think it is when looking at it from the side. Once you get out onto it it's really not bad. Definitely worth going to. There will be a line to take pictures out on the bridge so once again, get there super early. We beat an hour-long line by about ten mintues since we got to the parking lot at 6:00 am.

We went around 9am, parked at Mescal trailhead and took chuckwagon trail in. The hike isn't too strenuous. The end is a little steep, but nothing crazy. You'll have to wait at the end for a picture, but everyone is in a great mood and enjoying the beautiful surroundings. The view/pics are worth every bit of the hike.

Absolutely beautiful and challenging hike
Definitely it the hike
Go early no later than 9am go before the middle of day which is the hottest

Sure, it's cool to look at, but it's too popular. Who wants to stand in a line to take an insta photo in the middle.of the wilderness? Not us. We took a look and just carried on hiking. Maybe first thing in the morning or something it would be not full of other people.

There are so many wonderful sights in this area, don't waste your time hanging around one of the few insanely busy ones.

Parking lot was full so I had to park on main road which was a little tricky. The hike was gorgeous! Getting up to the bridge is steep, but so worth it!

4 mile hike round trip..... trail for half and hike the second half, can be a little challenging, Loved the serenity of it, the nature and view and once you get to the top, breathtaking!!!!

First and foremost, the parking lot and parking is full even on weekdays . I recieved one thanks to prayer to the Lord. I had to walk about a 1/2 mile to get to start but well worth it. The trail start out flat then the elevation increases, until you reach the bridge. Great photography before the bridge. I opted out to wait for a photo on bridge. Although parking was full, it doesn't seem crowded on the hike up. I recommend going early as possible. I got in because God provided

Yes, the view really is fantastic and it’s worth the hike! We went early morning at Sunrise and there was no line or wait. In fact there was only maybe 5-6 other people so we got plenty of time on the bridge alone. We started descending back down around 9:00am and crowds picked up and the line was getting long on the way up. The parking lot was completely full when we were leaving and there were cars parked down the street on both sides. We loved our quiet time on the bridge from 8-9am. Be sure to go on the small trail that gets you under the bridge, it’s cool to see what you were standing on.

The walk from parking lot to the beginning of the trail is a big dirt road and if you’re walking in the sun, you’re going to get baked! It’s like you’re walking in the desert. It was my least favorite part.

Gorgeous view but crowded. I started before dawn from Mescal parking lot & there were already folks at the Bridge when I got there.

If you want nice views & fewer people, take the Mescal trail to Deadman’s Pass.

Very nice hike, not very hard and the view at the end is breathtaking! The road is a little dusty and there is an elevation toward the end.

First time in Sedona and we couldn't wait to explore some of their incredibly breathtaking hikes. Devil's Bridge was one of my faves.

We parked on the street and followed the paved road until it ended. To the left you will see a parking lot, where there are two restrooms: bring hand sanitizer and some toilet paper just in case... Otherwise, they were pretty well kept. We continued forward where the paved road ended to a road that only 4X4 were able to get on... Jeep life. On the way to Devil's Bridge you had to pay attention as you do share this road with Jeep tours as well as personal 4x4's. It didn't cause any problems, the 4x4's were respectful enough to not kick up dust in your face intentionally and the hikers moved to the side when needed.

The hike offered amazing picture ops, a great mix of greenery and red rock... Which makes it so easy to forget that you are even on the trail. You are encumbered by the beauty of what nature has to offer. It is about a 4 mile hike. With easy to read signs. We took the short way up to Devil's Bridge.

Once we got up to the top, the view of the natural bridge was astounding. A short and quick line to take an adventurous picture on the famed natural bridge. Some people decided to just watch, either way, it was one of my favorite things to do in Sedona.

Definitely recommend this. You don't have to be in the most incredible shape either. Everything is at your own pace. I saw a ton of people from little youngins to senior citizens.

Happy trailblazing! :)

We had to do the iconic hike because we were in Sedona😍 Parked on highway, as parking lot full. Took Chuck Wagon Trail to Devils Bridge trail. Honestly felt like A LOT of unnecessary walking to get to the $&@- bridge but may be because we weren’t sure where we were going at first. Ended up being WAY longer than anticipated due to lack of parking. Other than that the actual hike was fun and quite exciting for one of our family members who is really afraid of heights. It was fun to see her work through her fear. The bridge is not scary when you are standing on it. It is much scarier watching people walk on it!

Beautiful morning hike. I got out early enough that there were no crowds. Amazing views as Sedona is one of the most unique places to adventure. I would recommend if you have the opportunity.

What a stunning natural rock formation. Best advise is to go early. It gets very busy. The hike took about 2 hours and we spent about 30 minutes at the bridge. The scenery is amazing, but some of the tourists are just plain stupid. There is a 'gap' that they were jumping over. One slip and you're dead! Be responsible and you will live to see another day and enjoy more of these natural wonders. The hike is easy with the exception of the last 5 minutes where you do need to climb 2 small 6 foot inclines.

Went to Sedona in July. Did Devil’s Bridge hike starting at daybreak to beat heat. Enjoyed the hike while cool and view was worth the climb at the Bridge. I have bad knee so took time coming back down. Not a big crowd at that time.

We left at 6 am to avoid the heat and crowds. This was easy as we are still on central time. Starting off with a light sweatshirt as the sun is obscured behind the mountain. It was peaceful and beautiful. The last part of the hike has some vertical spots and hand over hand climbing so be wary if you are not stable (older or little kids). The bridge looks scary but my son and I went out and got some amazing photos. We made it there and back by 8:30 am. Make sure to bring good water and a little snack. One small bottle isn’t enough. A lot more people coming as we were leaving so we were glad we got our photos early!

After 4 attempts throughout the day, we finally got a space in the parking lot. This is rare, as most people must park 1/2 to 1 mile away. We hiked Sedona for 4 full days, and this is the only one I wished I had skipped. While the bridge is awesome, the effort it takes to get there, coupled with the number of people on the trail, did not make it a positive experience. There are much more difficult hikes, with fewer people, and those were the ones we loved.

We did not have four-wheel drive so we parked at chuck wagon and left the lot there at 6:30 am. We wore head lamps and hiked in the dark up to the bridge. We were the first ones there and had the place to ourselves for about 10 minutes before others started arriving. It was well worth the hike. Amazing photos! Just make sure you go early to beat the crowds.

Devil’s Bridge was really crowded. We went midweek during the afternoon. We had to park on the street which wasn’t a big deal. There are a lot of rocks in the ground that you have to walk on. If you have an off road type vehicle then you can drive half of the trail. I’m not sure if you need a permit or not if you are driving. About half way in, the trail starts to go up and up and up. It’s a decent hike. The view is so beautiful. There was a line to take pictures on the bridge. The wait wasn’t longer than 15 mins. It’s definitely worth the trip.

We started at the dry creek trailhead parking lot, we had to wait about 15 minutes for a parking spot to open up but it was definitely worth it! From this parking lot it's a 5.8 mile return hike (about 10km). It's not flat by any means but there's not a ton of elevation gain until the last half mile or so when you're starting to climb up to get to the bridge. We didn't find it very super challenging but we did see people struggling on the last section (to give you an idea I'm a middle aged iverwirh dude! Although we do hike frequently).

The entire hike was goegoe as you're walking in a valley of red rock peaks all around, not to mention all the cool vegetation including plenty of cacti. The bridge Itself is very cool, if you've been to Arches then it may not wow you but it's backdropped by gorgeous scenery and you can actually walk on it (it looks scarier as you approach then it actually is when you walk on it).

We hiked in the afternoon in mid February and it was perfect Weather, low 20's Celsius (about 70 Fahrenheit). We wore short sleeves and shorts which was comfortable but it was a little cold in the shade or the mouthaij as we approached the bridge.

There's pit toilets at the Dry Creek parking lot.

Well worth your time!

This hike is just okay. The views are not great until the end and it gets crowded. If you want to see the bridge leave early so you dont have to wait in like to take pictures

This trail was amazing! It's about 3.5 miles to the bridge (the bridge is super scary but I'm afraid if heights so don't take my word for that) with some climbing involved. And when I say "climbing" I mean you have to sort of rock climb. I'd say the hard parts in total was about 20 feet? But the rest is beautiful and an easy hike. When you get to the top I found it a bit scary but I was almost the only one. But TOTALLY worth it for the view alone. My advice is to not chicken out like I did and do it!!

Always a fun trail with a rewarding end. The view is outstanding and the pictures blow people away. A must-do when in Sedona. Just be there early or prepare to stand in line.

A hike to Devil's Bridge is a must do on your trip to Sedona. The hike is easy until the final climb. You have to be careful. The experience is worth it. We went early in the morning, and it was not crowded when we went out on the bridge and had our pictures made. It started to get crowded. But we enjoyed watching people and their actions when they went out on the bridge to have their pictures made. Everyone was nice and took pictures of each other. The parking lot is small. When we were ready to leave, someone was waiting on our parking spot. It is probably not something you want to miss when you visit Sedona, if you are able to hike it.

Hiked from parking lot. Beautiful vistas. Great experience meeting pleasant people on the trail. Great way for some good exercise. Take plenty of water with you. Watch out for the pink jeeps they will run you over.

The view was absolutely amazing!! Pretty steep hike in a few places but totally worth it. We rented a jeep and drove 1/2 the way

Nice trail. Lots of side by sides, trucks and keeps on it up to the parking area. Very crowded at 8am during this busy spring break week. Met lots of nice friendly hikers along the way. The view at the top is amazing. But I’ve yet to find a hike without a beautiful view this week.

Bit of a challenge the last 1/4 mile for a 75 year old fat man, but well worth the effort! The weather was perfect.

The trail markers are terrible, and everything we read about this hike was misleading. We are experienced hikers (not experts but proficient). The top-part of the climb that is described as natural stone stairs is a very difficult climb. Coming down the top-half by oneself is very challenging. It is a jagged rock that is almost 90 degrees. There were many people who couldn't make the last part of the hike. While it is a beautiful hike, the last part is not for the inexperienced. Parking lot trail head details were beyond confusing. When we were there the wait at the top to get on the actual bridge was 20 minutes.

Not really an enjoyable hike given all the other options in the area. My wife was obsessed with getting a picture on the "rock bridge", so we did it. About 1.75 miles on a sandy/rocky road, with occasional ATVs driving through to dig up the dust. The last quarter mile was very uphill (moderate to difficult) to a vista that had great views and very. That was a lovely spot - beautiful views. Then there was the final, short, stretch to the bridge where people were basically tripping over one another, struggling up and down, waiting for pictures on the rock bridge, etc. Apparently important to some people - way over-rated to me. If you need that picture of yourself on the bridge, then absolutely do it. If not, the views from below are stunning and no need to wait for the chaos above.

It’s about a 2 mile walk from Mezcal trailhead and well worth the hike. The view from the bridge is breathtaking. There can be a lot of people waiting to cross the bridge so plan to spend some down time when you get there.

The best way to reach Devil's Bridge is to park your car along Long Canyon rd at the Mescal trailhead. With a little training you can reach the destination after just over 3 km and just under 150 meters of altitude difference in 50 minutes, following the clear indications of the paths; the final part (Devisl's bridge trail is the most challenging (if you want to shorten the route, you can book the trip from Sedona by off-road vehicle, but you only avoid the easier part).
In summer it is better to opt for the first light of the day: the heat can be very annoying.

This is a MUST see. Very busy but totally worth the 40 minute wait for pictures. Parking is very limited.

Always wanted to do this hike and so glad we did. Very easy walk and moderate levl the last 5 minutes but totally worth it! We waited about 35-40 minutes at the bridge for our photo op.

like all popular trails - not enough parking. Sedona is growing in popularity and capacity, but none of the parks are doing anything to keep up with demand (parking). But I digress. Why they have 2 signs, each with an arrow pointing in opposite directions as which way to go, makes no sense. Stick with the main road. It can be a bit dusty. Popular hike, so go early. Seemed like the atv's and tourist companies were arriving at 10am -11 am or so, I'd get there before then. The hike tracked a bit longer then they stated (5 miles vs. 3.6). Very scenic along the way. Last parts are steep, but I actually thought for a few of them that going up was harder then climbing down. It is worth it. People were friendly at the top.

This is a challenging yet fun hike for my fitness level. Although, I have have several trails in Sedona, I prefer the trails and hikes that have challenges without the need to be a mountain climber. Lots of steep areas and spots where you will need to wait to pass, & there were sturdy carved in stairs within the climb. The Devils bridge itself was more a photo op and the lines were long like Disney. Cool to watch families cross the bridge, some dragged their kids for the photo…that’s the part that scared me the most…along with people jumping on the bridge.

This was a good hike for us as a family of four, kids 10 & 14. Nice wide path for most of the way. Jeep tours like to come through. Once you get close to the arch, the path narrows tremendously. It turns into a rocky staircase that only one person wide can go up or down. It has some choke points. This was challenging because of the crowds, people not taking turns very well but we eventually got through and it was worth it. Once you get to the end, there is room to spread out. If you’re bringing a dog, be prepared to pick up your furry friend in those narrow, steep sections, where they might hesitate or be apprehensive. If it’s windy, expect a lot of dust! We started with a white dog and ended with an orange dog!! Had to hit the shower before we went out to eat!

I suggest heading out at sunrise. It won’t be as crowded or hot. Take the trail since it’s nicer then the Jeep road. It gets progressively more difficult but it is doable! You will think you made it to the top but you need to climb up one more section and it’s so worth it! Out on the bridge is scary to look at it but it is wider than it looks!! A must do!

We had a 4x4 but decided to hike the whole way, took Dry creek there and chuckwagon back, so all in all it was 5.3 miles. We started at 6:00 am and reached the bridge at sunrise. There were probably 12 people already there at the bridge taking pictures. I wasn't determined to walk the bridge, as I dont do great with heights. That being said it's still a beautiful hike with a stunning view and worth the trip.

The trail leads you to amazing views and gives you a real taste of being in the middle of the Red Rocks. It is a bit of a distance from the starting point and you will definitely get your steps in and your heart rate going. Make sure to take plenty of water and be prepared to deal with the heat. You are in the middle of nature with no resources around so plan accordingly.

Great trail. We had a Jeep so we were able to drive back to the trailhead which made it an easy hike and saved a lot of time. Took about 1 hour and 15 minutes for the 1.7 mile hike and spent some time at the bridge. We did the hike late afternoon and were at the top around 4 pm. There was only a handful of people waiting for a photo on the bridge and the trail wasn’t very crowded. Instead of fighting the people in the morning give it a try late afternoon.

Everyone told us that this was a to do hike when we got to Sedona. We found parking right away when we arrived around 8 am. The parking lot is very small so get there early. I think the total hike took us about 2 1/2 hours. At the end of the hike was what they called the devils bridge which was a photo op. Just stunning views all the way through the hike. The bridge is a bit intimidating but once to step foot on it, it wasn’t too bad. Highly recommend to everyone.

Parking can be a challenge as the parking lot is not big but there are spots along the road if you get lucky. This is a VERY popular hike, be prepared for lots of people. Get there early, for parking and especially during warmer months as there is very little cover on the trail. The only bathroom is at the start of the trail. We left from the Mescal trailhead and the trail is rocky so you have to watch your footing. Steady incline and manageable until the last 1/4 mile to the bridge, which is stone stairs, some with large step-ups and difficult for shorter people. Helps to have someone with you to lend a hand in places.
Once you get to the bridge, unless you are extremely lucky, you will have to wait if you want to get a picture on the bridge, usually 20 - 30 minutes.
That being said, the spot is spectacular, and the views are inspirational.
The hike down starts very precariously, coming down a little trickier than going up and you often have to wait for others to ascend or descend before you can continue.
Luckily the way back is mostly downhill :-)
Enjoy the outing!

This popular trail to end at Devil's Bridge is a must do adventure. Plan to go at the less crowded times or expect to park miles away for a walk to the trailhead on this one.

Sedona has hundreds of trails so there’s really no need to subject yourself to crowds like this. The main trail takes you to the top of the arch where 30-40 people are lined up to take photos. People are known to arrive by 6AM and still have to wait 40 minutes for the photo opp. However, the scramble up to the top is actually quite fun (if you’re like me and enjoy that sort of thing). I’d recommend skipping the top of the arch, stray off the trail and look for a way to see the arch from below - which is impossible from the main trail. Or, skip it altogether!

My favorite hike was Bell Rock!

This hike was so hard! I parked at the Mesa parking lot and it took me in total about 2 hours to get to the top of the bridge. At a certain point, it gets very rocky and very uphill. Wear good, gym/climbing/hiking shoes! I went and it was kinda slippery on the trail. You will have no phone service as you climb and I did have to cross a creek. Not a lot of signage out there but a lot of people who can help point you in the right direction. If you go earlier, it will be less people and the later you go, it will be tons of people! I got to the top and it was about an hour + wait to walk the bridge and take pictures so be mindful. It took me about an hour to get back to my car. Overall, a challenging climb with great views. BRING WATER TOO!!!

Absolutely loved it and the person at the front desk was absolutely amazing as well as being hilarious Hester was her name.

The path is uneven and has rocks with tree trunks to navigate. It is a good hour to hour and a half to the bridge. Take water. The last part of the hike is a bit tricky with using your hands to get to the bridge. It is quite steep. Dogs welcome. You can drive part way up if you have a clearance vehicle. We had beautiful weather going but the sun went behind the clouds and the wind kicked up. Take a jacket if going in the winter.

Amazing train it is about 4 miles round trip so 2 miles each way. We got it done in 2 hours and 15 minutes all the way by the bridge. It is super beautiful for sure.

Great hike outside of Sedona. It was our first hike after flying in the night before (from living at under 500 ft above sea level). The trails are well marked and VERY POPULAR. It was not too strenuous, but had some steeper inclines, so some 4-point contact coming down. The views were amazing!! I was not into going out on the bridge, but enjoyed watching friends do so.

In summary, a good first hike and would do it again. Seemed to be good for families with school-aged kids. I assume it would be very crowded on weekends.

After a fairly arduous trek through the wilderness to reach the site of Devils Bridge I encountered the unnerving sight of around 30 to 40 men, women, children and babies, all waiting in an orderly queue to spend around 5 minutes having their photos taken on the bridge in various comical poses, seemingly oblivious to the certain death awaiting them only a few inches away.
This was at around 10am which considering the hours walk to get to the site didn’t seem too unreasonable a time for me to start my trek from the car park and although It’s now very obvious that I needed arrive much earlier, I don’t care to walk the fairly treacherous and probably icy trail in the dark.
I know I am somewhat part of the problem as a tourist myself and in this circumstance very much regret being so but the situation I encountered at Devils Bridge quite frankly has an obserdity about it that obviously doesn’t fit the setting, exhibiting its inappropriateness in many ways. Funnily enough one of the best experiences of my treks has been meeting many friendly and pleasant people along the way, so there’s a contradiction for you.
Thankfully Sedona with its rich and abundant God given beauty provides many more alternative trails, as the desert at dawn is a special treasure that is not to be missed.

This hike and the view at the top is amazing! However, if you like a quiet, calm, nature hike this is not for you. Social media has made the Devil's Bridge so popular with hikers in search of "the instagram picture" on the bridge. Walking the trail and then seeing 40 people in line to take a picture at the top kind of ruins the nature vibe. One couple even had the gall to fly their drone around at the top for 10 mins while we all waited for the drone to take their picture. Everyone in line waiting their turn was irritated.

Take the Mescal train head to Chuckwagon to the Devil's Bridge Trail in the early morning to avoid the heat. The parking lot is super tiny so be prepared to wait for a spot if you don't get there early.

Skip the line and/or do another hike.

I really liked the hike up to Devil's Bridge. It was fairly easy at first, a bit of elevation gain and some scrambling at the end.

Is it worth it despite the crowds? Absolutely. Go, for sure. If this hadn't been PACKED with people, I would have given it 5 stars.

I went with my Mother who didn't make it to the top, it was a little too strenuous for her.

Be prepared for a line if you want a photo on the bridge. Also, if you just want a shot of the view (because nature is cool on it's own too) you're going to have to wait and have good timing. The stream of people cycling through for a photo is pretty endless.

Highly recommend but get there early! My husband and I got to the paved parking lot around 6:20 am - there were 5 other cars parked. You definitely need a 4x4 off road vehicle to go on the dirt road to get to the trailhead. It took us a little over an hour to get to the bridge. The trail is easy to moderate. You will be required to climb up big rocks / boulders for the last part of the trail. There were already 8 people when we arrived. Within 20 minutes there was quiet a bit of a line to go on the bridge to take pictures. On our way back to the parking lot, we saw tons of people heading to the bridge and the lot was full and about 20 cars parked on the street. Overall, I would do this again in a heartbeat!

Mostly flat hike to start then some elevation...didn't love that there are cars allowed on most of the trail expect last mile or so to bridge. Huge line to get picture on archway/bridge. We didn't wait...definitely not social distancing if that matters to you. Get there before sunrise if you can and it may be less crowded

We went at about 11a and parked in the lot at the Mescal trailhead. I heard horror stories about the parking and that we would need to walk forever, but we must have lucked out because we parked right by the trailhead. The hike was the perfect length (ages in our family ranged from 11 - 72 yrs old). Fairly flat the whole way. Once you get close to the bridge there was a steep rock area you needed to navigate up. The 72 year old in our group decided to pass, mostly because he'd seen it before. He could have done it with our help. The bridge was beautiful, our wait was only about 15 min for pictures, and there were plenty of places to sit and take a break if needed. I highly recommend while you are in Arizona! The whole adventure took us about 3 hours.

One of my top 2 hikes in Sedona. Arrived around 1130am on a Friday in Sept 2021 and parking was available. Worth the hike to the bridge for the iconic pic. There were only about 6 people in line ahead of me to take pics so I didn't wait long. You just ask the folks behind you to take the pic and everyone helps out everyone else. HOWEVER, it got 4 stars instead of 5 because we got lost on our way back and ended in the Mescal parking lot instead of the devil's bridge parking lot. Multiple trails cross over each other and it got confusing on the way home. Took a wrong turn and ended up on a different trail. Had to walk an extra 1.2 miles to the car on the main roads. Total hiking time was about 5.83 miles and 2 hours 50 mins. Remember that 1.2 miles of that was getting lost. We didn't have a 4x4 vehicle so had to walk the boring 1+ mile on the dirt road to get to the trailhead. Highly recommend this hike!!!

Start early! The sun is hot and the parking fills up quickly. We arrived at the Dry Creek Parking lot around 6:50am and the lot was full. There is parking on the street which is a small walk to the trails. We chose to take the street/vehicle trail to the Devil’s Bridge trail. It’s the fastest route. We took Chuck Wagon Trail back which is stunning, remote and beautiful. It does add mileage but an easy hike. To get to the bridge you do need to hike steep rocks, but it’s a lot of fun. It’s definitely worth the wait in line for the photo op! We waited about a half hour. Everyone was very nice and having a great day!

We walked the 2-mile Jeep trail to Devil’s Bridge from the parking lot. It’s an easy walk, but it gets steep towards the end. My wife gets freaked out by heights, but she even felt safe walking out on Devil’s Bridge. It’s fairly wide. Everyone stands in line to take pictures of each other. Very organized!

If you love walking up a steep road before the hike to Devils bridge, after trying to park your car, this is for you!

We rented a jeep and the hike to the bridge was much more fun then the folks we passed walking from the road. Many cars were being taken away by the police for parking illegally BE CAREFUL!

When we got to the top, there was an hour wait to get a picture on the bridge. we bi passed the line and took a picture of the bridge without us on it and we’re just as satisfied

Worthwhile seeing but the crowds were horrendous!

Gorgeous walk, stunning views! I love walking but my husband and children (9&11) not as enthusiastic! I think I underestimated the walk in all honesty, we were in the area with our little Pebbles (miniature dachshund) and had our trainers on but thought we would give it a go.
It is very very steep going downhill and as it had rained the night before it was quite slippy so I did have to carry pebbles for a bit of it while holding onto the handrail 😬
Apparently it’s a 45 min walk but we did it in 25mins - my husband said that’s because I’m a speed walker but I was just trying to keep up with pebbles who really surprised me with her little legs (bless her she’s slept ALL afternoon)
We did take in the views albeit on a gloomy day it was still beautiful and worth the walk.

With the Summer heat, this trail is a bit of a challenge for inexperienced hikers. Whilst the majority of the trail is a gentle rise on the way up, it can get extremely hot, so lots of water should be taken along. The final climb to the bridge is not for everyone. Very steep stairs to the final viewpoint and a lot of traffic make this a bit of a challenge. The view and access to the bridge however are making it all worth it

This was an extremely rewarding hike! It is for the able bodied -for sure - as there are some points that requires climbing up some actual rocks as opposed to walking on a rocky trail. The parking is a bit scarce so we ended up parking on a nearby road but those spots are scarce too. I understand there is a shuttle from town. We arrived by 9a.m. On a cool day on March and the parking lot was already full.

We recommend some hiking boots and a warm hoody at this time or year. It was cold and windy up there! The dust can also tend to get in your eyes so sunglasses helped there. There is a good amount of shade.

It took about an hour to hike from the parking area to the bridge. When you get to the top, it is orderly and people wait in line to take a picture on the bridge. People all seemed willing to photograph each other - a sort of unwritten rule. Give we went so early, the wait to do our photo op was about 20 minutes but I understand it can be up to 2 hours.

Even though it was cloudy and rainy the views were amazing. I enjoyed the hike since it was challenging

This was a nice hike with a little bit of climbing to get up to the bridge. But do yourself a favor and avoid the straight “road” used by many off-road vehicles. Instead, take the longer and much nicer Chuck Wagon trail. You won’t regret it.
Parking fills up quickly, so get there early!

If you visit Sedona you can't skip Devil's bridge. Amazing panoramas and if you enjoy taking pictures this for sure will give you the best experience.

This is a tough hike The last half mile or longer is tough. Steep incline & climbing over boulders. Steps for only 1 person

This is a great hike. If you want a longer hike, park at Dry Creek, if you want a shorter hike park at the Mezcal trail head. The hike is up and down and quite rocky. The first mile is pretty easy, but the 2nd mile is more challenging. The last 10 minutes is a straight climb up rocky stairs and boulders. Once you get to the top go left to get to Devil’s Bridge. There are a few outcrops along the climb for some fantastic views. We went on a weekday and it was fairly crowded.

This hike is popular for a reason. As many have said before this place gets packed. And I don’t mean busy. It is worth the trek but a few tips - start at the mescal trailhead via the chuck wagon trail. This is gorgeous and you avoid the mass chaos at the main entry point. Second, go EARLY! Or late. We started at 8am (later than we hoped) on a Sunday after two days of snow and we had an amazing hike. One the way back things started getting busy (long queues to get up the two steep climbs and it is one up at a time one way) and the line to get your picture on the bridge was getting longer and longer as we waited. We had four groups ahead of us when we arrived and we waited 20 minutes for a photo. I can’t imagine how long the people who were arriving as we left had to wait. We still had snow on the ground when we went and while there were a few slippery spots it was fine. Definitely an easy hike until you get towards the top and things get more moderate.

Also - think twice before taking small kids. We saw several families with small children (under 6). There are some very steep climbs towards the top and I can’t imagine taking a kid up. Also the actual bridge has a very steep cliff.

We were so glad we took our (rented) ATV as far as we could. The hike from there was a bit challenging, but I can't imagine taking it on after the long, hot walk in. Regardless, the view was absolutely worth the effort! We reached Devil's Bridge around 8:30am and there were already about 10 parties in line to take pics out on the bridge - we heard that lines can be up to an hour long during the busiest times of the day.

A great hike - but it does get crowded. Get there early and beat the crowd! We hit the trail at 6:45am and it was not crowded at all.

Not easy to climb the stairs at a steady incline but the view and the feeling of accomplishment once you reach the top is so worth it! Absolutely breathtaking and majestic views.

This is an amazing sight and well worth the effort to reach it
Unique geologic structure in a beautiful setting
Nice trail system to get to it
Go early to get parking at trail head and avoid crowds

The hike is very easy until the last section. Expect a lot of other people and you will likely wait in line to get the iconic photo of you/your group. We went in the winter and in the morning when it is less busy and we still had to wait for about a dozen people before we got our photo taken. Cool pictures, but otherwise the hike was less than exciting. There are waaaay better trails in Sedona. I recommend going once for the photo op, but otherwise don't think I'll be doing it again.

Four mile round trip hike from the Mezcal parking area. We arrived at 8 am on a Tuesday during busy spring break and it was easy to park though we were directly across the street from the official parking lot on the wide shoulder. Much less crowded than the other areas and the longer hike was enjoyable. The Chuck Wagon Trail was enjoyable and easy as was the first part of Devils Bridge. The later part of Devils Bridge is definitely steep and became increasingly busy with people. It looked like a thirty minute wait at about 930 am to cross the bridge and get a picture and we hate waiting in lines so didn’t do that. Lots of beautiful scenery and photo ops on the way. I think arriving early is best.

Really enjoyed this hike! It was moderately difficult. It can be easy to trip, so definitely watch where you are going. Make sure to use the restroom before the hike. The view is phenonomal! There is no service, so make sure to go with another person for safety reasons. The hike took about 3 hours in total for my friends and me to complete, this includes the wait time to take pictures on the bridge. The actual bridge isn't as scary when on it, but still be careful! Will definitely recommend this hike! Loved it!

So glad we decided to do this hike last minute before we left Sedona. The hike is about 1-3 hours roundtrip, not too difficult but there are a few rocky sections to climb up. Gorgeous aerial views and the natural stone bridge is amazing, be careful as it can be dangerous.

The first half of the trail was easy to walk, it got harder later on when you have to use both hands to hike, but absolutely worth it. There will be a lot of people waiting in line for photo so expect long wait time at the bridge.

Cool hike and amazing views. Park at the Mezcal trailhead lot and from there it’s a 4.2 mile hike. Very week maintained trail with good signs, just some step sections at the end. GO EARLY!! Gets crowded if you get there after 8:30 and the experience just won’t be the same.

Not a very long hike and not too rugged until you get to the last 1/4 mile to the Devil's Bridge. It was too steep for me (over 65)

Awesome trail....took about 3 hours round trip. We were motivated to get to the bridge which didnt disappoint. Rocks a little challenging but doable. We loved it.

Beautiful trail! Very easy hike until the rock scramble at the end. The ending will be difficult for several people, but well worth it! My husband and I both did this hike with kids on our backs (in kid carriers), so it is very doable for an average hiker! We started at the Mescal trailhead and enjoyed an easy and beautiful walk to the actual Devils Bridge Trailhead. Highly recommend starting here if you do not have a 4X4. We found plenty of parking at 8:30 on a weekday. The bridge itself was busy. We spent about 30 to 45 mins at the top resting and waiting for a picture.

It’s 1.8 miles but take into account elevation 4,600 with a 400 ft increase and 672 rock steps at the final accent to the bridge. We started on the trail but found it wasn’t well marked and eventually returned to the road and went from there. While the end is beautiful I would mark it as challenging over moderate

So sad. We couldn't even get near the trail head, due to the holiday crowds. It was between Christmas & New Years and was a total mob. Cars and mindless people everywhere, spilling out onto the road. This is also a vortex area. We could barely get enough room to turn around to get away. We will try again sometime, but will do it off-season and very early in the morning. Obviously, it's a place to see, but not with that many mindless humans crowding in. God bless 'em.

I'm so glad my internal alarm clock went off at 4:50 a.m. We completed a 5 mile hike to Devil's Bridge before it got busy. We stopped for coffee & we were on the trail by 6:15! We started down Dry Creek Road while it was still dark. To eliminate this portion of the trail, you would need a high clearance vehicle. However, this part of the trail is flat; easy aside from rocky, uneven ground. ...but it does add a couple miles to your hike. Once you get to the actual trailhead, there's room for a few vehicles to park. This is where the trail gets more challenging with inclines. The final section of the trail is very steep, but it does have "steps," which makes it much easier. Otherwise, it would literally be rock climbing. The bridge looks narrow in pictures; however, it's plenty wide once you walk out onto it. There were several people at the bridge when we arrived. By the time we took pictures and enjoyed our bagels, it was getting busy (9:30 a.m.). I absolutely loved the solitude and sunrise that our early start provided!

There's not a bad trail in Sedona, especially if it's your first time. When you make it to the bridge it's definitely cool to ponder how this area formed the way it did. It's also cool to cross it and let your imagination go.

Bad news is that there will most likely be a line to get on the bridge and it can take a while. We had about 20 people in front of us and waited almost 35 minutes. Once family had about 10 people! They took so long, each of them, that they should have paid rent, haha. That's life though. Fun climb though. I'd go back on a long trip, not a short one.

We started out early which was good because it gets really crowded at the bridge. The last part of the hike is the most difficult with rugged stone steps. The view is spectacular and although walking out to the bridge was a little scary, once you're there it's actually wider than you think. Really enjoyed this one.

This is a must see when in Sedona. The road up to the trailhead is very rough and recommend high clearance vehicles. However we went to Mescal Trail. From FR152, turn on Dry Creek Road. Careful, we saw cops on this road so watch your speed. Go to the end of the road, about 2.5 miles and make right at stop sign. The trail is 0.2 miles on your right. There is parking on the road. There are signs for Devil's bridge along the trail and round trip will be about 4 miles. Most of the trail is easy. As you get closer to the top, it get a little technical and there are a couple spots where there are large steps to climb. Once you get to the top, there was a line (someone said 30-45 min wait) to get on the actual bridge so someone can take a picture for you in line. We chose not to. Definitely some beautiful views and picture opportunity both on the trail and on the bridge.

We rode Mt bikes to the trailhead and locked them up. Dusty dirt road walk for a mile or so for others. Definitely not worth the people traffic trying to go up and down to the bridge. So crowded at the top too. But I guess if you have an hour or so for a 2 mile hike and photo, then go for it. There were a few nit wits carrying babies in chest harnesses. Unreal

This is a must if you visit Sedona! We enjoyed the entire trail, thru the Cypress Forest, views everywhere and a well marked, doable trail to the finale....Devil's Bridge is a must!

We took the walk from Chuckwagon. Took a little longer, but the walk was lovely. Getting up to the bridge was a little more vertical but we loved it!

It is a LONG, difficult, upward hike, and there will most likely be a line of people waiting to go out onto the bridge for photos when you get to the top, but it is DEFINITELY worth it if you can make the hike. We were worried we would be coming down in the dark, but ended up catching the sunset on the way down.

We arrived to Dry Creek Visa parking at 5am, the gate was still closed so we parked on the road which was only a few hundred feet away. We were the first to reach the bridge at 6am with only one guy behind us, and another couple arriving about 10 minutes later. We were able to sit on the bridge for a while and enjoy it with no one waiting for us to move for pictures. A line began to form around 7:00.
We took the chuckwagon trail back down to avoid the hundreds of people walking up. This added about a mile, but it was well worth it as it was pretty and quiet.
This hike is worth getting up at 4:30am for! I would have been very disappointed had I arrived any later than we did.

An awesome ~6 mile out and back with incredible views and pics all along the way. Then you get to the bridge and realize why you climbed up! It can get crowded, so recommend starting your day early here. That way you don't wind up in a crazy line waiting to get to the bridge. So many great views for photo ops along the way. Definitely need to take hiking visit here when you're in Sedona.

This was a challenging but rewarding hike. We arrived at the Mescal trailhead at 5:45 am. There were 3 other cars there. It is an easy to moderate hike until you reach the final assent to the bridge. You must crawl up steep rock steps. I’m afraid of heights and had to stop halfway up these steps and calm myself down! Lol! But I continued on and was so glad I did. The bridge is amazing! The view was spectacular. There were maybe 8 other people there but we met many more hikers on our way down so get there early! Be sure to wear good tennis shoes or hiking boots and bring water in a backpack because you will need to use your hands.

This hike was scenic from beginning to end! We hiked the foot path instead of the 4x4 road, and it was shaded the entire time. It had a nice, slow incline until we got to the rock face and then it was a scramble straight up. It was a little dicey in spots and will definitely be challenging for anyone who doesn’t love heights. The bridge part looks straight out of a painting, and it gets crowded with people taking turns for photos. 10/10 would recommend to do at least once in your life. We hiked the 4x4 road back and it was pretty flat and easy.

Great trail, beautiful "safe" views and vistas. I am a heights weenie... and I'll admit it I never made it on the bridge, I made it all the way up and chickened out. My husband however got a great shot while I stayed safely far away from the ledge. If I can make it all the way up...anyone with height issues can, and I enjoyed many of the views and places to stop along the way. Be prepared to wait in line if you want a picture on the bridge...also we got an early start and were there by 6:45 am... and barely got a parking spot. Go early!!!!

My wife and I visited Sedona and decided to give this hike a try. It was a nice one and a half hour walk. Very easy at the start but as you approach the arch or bridge there is a steep climb, more like a staircase which makes it challenging for anyone with bad knees. It is strongly suggested to bring enough water with you specially during hot weather days.

We got there and the parking lot was full. We parked alongside Dry Creek road. This makes it a long hike. BRING WATER. If you have a 4X4, or are in a SXS, drive up and park at the trail head. That's where the fun part of the hike starts anyway, and it's .7 miles in. Walking up and back on the road isn't great.. Once on the actual trail, it's really cool. The last couple hundred yards are pretty easy to climb up (hands neccesary to traverse the last section) but I'll say.. going down could be dicey for someone not real sure footed. Heavily traveled trail.. you'll see lots of folks.

The end view of this hike was breathtaking and so was the actual hike! We used the Mescal Trailhead to get to the Devil's Bridge trailhead since we did not have a 4x4. The Devil's Bridge trail was very steep the entire hike which made it somewhat difficult. At one point you are climbing the rocks to get to the final point. The Devil's Bridge trail is rather short but with the Mescal Trail extension, it was around 4 miles round trip. As a new hiker and somewhat out of shape (LOL) I was out of breath a lot, but I promise the view is so worth it!!

We started at the Mescal Trailhead, which is a great short trail leading up to the main Devils bridge trailhead, but you don't need to walk up a dirt road to get there. Started at 6:30 AM and it was already starting to get busy. Devils bridge itself is beautiful. The view from it is spectacular.

When we arrived there was a line of about 8 people waiting to get their pics taken on the bridge. We waited 10 minutes while one young women had a zillion photos taken. Pose after pose and even an outfit change. Its a good thing we got there early because I would have lost my mind watching more people do this.....

Please folks, can we stop this social media picture taking insanity?? Its truly ruining places like this for all. Can't we just enjoy the breathtaking beauty? I for one will not wait for this nonsense again.

It was a nice little hike from the parking lot to the bridge. Like a lot of others have said, it is busy so probably better to get there early in the morning. We waited for about 20 minutes to get a picture on the bridge but decided we just didn’t have the time to wait as we had reservations for a tour.

It’s a nice little hike. It’s going to take you roughly about an hour to get to the bridge and about an hour back. Most of the hike is just a leisurely walk but it does get pretty steep towards the bridge and if you have any type of disabilities with your legs/knees etc, you most likely won’t be able to get up there.

From what I could tell, everyone was happy to be there and having a nice time. We met several friendly people on the way and it was a really nice experience.

We went over the weekend in the rain in our black can-am and brought it back brown! Exactly how we wanted to. The roundabout was so fun in it and full of water! Definitely will be back

Come prepared for a workout if you want to make it to the top. If you are able to make it all the way up and back you will have a sense of accomplishment.

Expectations so don’t meet reality. It’s hard 6.5miles and longer if you take the trail route. Very little shade. Then steep to the bridge where you will meet a long line of people looking to get one picture. If you go. Take an atv on the road up vs the trail.

This area is beautiful. Parking was an issue but we did get a spot. Trail is rated moderate, but it was pretty demanding with lots of slippery rocks and dirt. There were some very steep parts. It is heavily trafficked so going early is a good idea.

Neat destination point but gobs of people. I like to hike because I enjoy the experience of hiking. Not because I want to race around and put pictures up on social media. I got to the top after being pretty disappointed with others hiking etiquette including wearing speaker back packs, smh. Anyways, there was an hour line to get out onto the bridge so my husband and I skipped it and just took a picture near it. Forestry was up there doing surveys to see how people enjoyed their experience to gain perspective on if they should issue permits. Boy! I sure hope they do!

We started the hike on the Mescal Trailhead, which is 2 miles from Devil's Bridge for a total roundtrip of a 4 mile hike. There are parking areas in the designated lots or along the side of the road. The hike was moderately easy. We are a family of four with 2 younger children, and they had no problems making the trek. Once you get to the bridge, there was about a 10-15 minute wait to walk onto the bridge for our picture. But we didn't mind the wait, as it gave us time to enjoy the views. There is a great resting area right before the last climb up to the bridge with fantastic overlooking views. After we took our picture, we hiked back down to that area and relaxed before heading back.

GET THERE EARLY (~6am) to grab a parking spot at the trailhead. Hike is flat on the way out there and then a short rock scramble before you get to the bridge. We did not have any wait for pictures and then ate a snack up there overlooking Devil's Bridge, then made it back by 8.30a easy. It was already getting overcrowded by then. Great photos though!

It is not easy to get to but it is well worth it. We took side by sides to the jeep parking. Which made it a little over a mile hike. Beautiful!!!

I hiked the Devil’s Bridge Trail when I was in the Sedona area. The parking was scarce and difficult to find around 10 am. I got lucky and got a spot in main parking area, but many people had to hike at least an extra half mile to park along the road or in other parking areas.

The hike initially follows a rough high-profile vehicle road. The trail then cuts into a wide canyon where the climb begins in earnest. I had just spent 4 days up in Flagstaff so the effort wasn’t really bad, but it would have been very challenging had I just arrived from a lower elevation. The views were astounding! The red rocks were breathtaking and formed into magnificent formations at every corner. The last few hundred feet of the trail turned into stairs in the rock.

At the arch, there was a long line with about an hour wait to climb out on the arch to get a picture. It was fun and unique to be able to do this so I found it worth the wait. I enjoyed chatting with other folks after spending so long in quarantine. Be careful though. Most people were careful, but many were foolishly dangling off the edge, running across, or in the worst case tossing a kid up in the air. Because of idiots like that, I imagine it’s only a matter of time before the government shuts down the arch. It was at least a 75-foot fall based on the height of the trees underneath. Those with a major fear of heights should stay off the arch.

While there are minor drawbacks to this trail, I found it to be manageable despite being relatively out of shape. The views were magnificent and being able to climb out on an arch is a unique experience. I highly recommend this amazing hike!

This is not an easy or moderate hike. Don't be fooled by any review that says so. My family picked this trail since it was voted #1 in Sedona, and so did every other visitor in town. For a Thursday morning it was super crowded with people everywhere. The parking lot is somewhat small and fills up quickly so we had to park on the main road. Now, from the parking lot you need to hike through a dry creek bed for about 1 mile before getting to the trailhead. If you have a vehicle with VERY high clearance (like a jacked up 4WD truck or an off-road ATV) you can drive thru the creek bed to the trailhead and save yourself the 1 mile hike. We have a Ford Expedition with 4WD and I wouldn't try to drive it thru the rocky creek bed.

The last portion of the hike requires you to climb a set of rock stairs which are slippery with dirt and dust. You'll need to use your hands to help climb up these steps. When you get to the top of the bridge you'll need to wait in line for a while (the wait was 60 mins when we went) to take a photo. The one disappointing thing, is that you can't see the Devil's Bridge with the arched hole from this trail (like in the photos). You can only see on the top of it.

The view at the top is fantastic. Definitely plenty of photo opportunities. Just be ready for tons of people not wearing masks (during Covid) and passing you on the trail. I suggest you wear hiking boots with good traction and bring plenty of water.

Though it is a very beautiful area do not go onto the trails without proper preparation. The day we went it was still very cool weather and the trail and lead up to the bridge were very icy. Ensure you are capable of conducting this type of activity, wear proper clothing and shoes, take water and ensure all members of your party are physically ready for this challenge. You may want to stop in town at one of the many trail vehicle rentals to get details prior to conducting this adventure. I believe if we would have done more research and prepared properly it would have been a more enjoyable experience.

So this is really two trails. If you park at the parking lot just off the main road, this is a 6 mile (or so) hike. This parking lot fills up fast. You hike to the Devil's Bridge trailhead and then hike the mile or so on the Devil's Bridge hike. If you take an ATV to the Devil's Bridge trailhead, then the hike is only 2 miles, give or take. HOWEVER, the last part of the hike to Devil's Bridge is all uphill and there is some scrambling to do at the last 150 feet up or so. So, if you are not in reasonable shape, or have a disability, this will be a very difficult hike. Frankly, there were some people on this hike that really should NOT have been out there. The other important note is that there is a line to take a picture on the bridge. Once we got to the top, there were approximately 30 people waiting in line to have their picture taken on the bridge. My wife and I had an appointment, so we did not stay to have our picture taken.

Fairly easy hike to a cool/scenic spot. Only drawback is the number of people. I had to wait 80 minutes to get a photo on the bridge. Be prepared to wait and bring water to drink while you’re waiting

Done this hike with young adults. Not gonna lie at first I was definitely intimidated. Not a bad hike we went in thru the Mescal Trailhead for an additional parking option if the Devils Bridge trailhead is full. Hike had some scrambling but nothing to bad.

Parking area is small. Try to get there early or perhaps utilize the shuttle service near-by. Do some research to be prepared for that. Hiking is good, but you do end up on a 4 wheel drive only road for part of the way. You can rent a jeep to drive into this area and park at the start of the trail if you like. From this point, it is a good hike. It does start to escalate up and gets a little narrow with others coming down. We liked the hike and area views. Once up to the Devil's Bridge, there is a line of people. Everyone is waiting to get out onto the bridge and of course, take pictures. Be patient and everyone was willing to help and take pictures for each other. In about a half hour, we were out on the bridge ourselves. It looks very scary when waiting, but when you do get out there, the bridge is wider than it appears and we felt extremely safe. Worth the hike!

Most of this hike is quite easy/moderate. We parked at the Mescal Trailhead and walked in. Go early to beat the heat and the crowds. We got to the top around 8am ish and just had to wait for a couple groups ahead of us to get our bridge photos. On the way down, stop at the first descent break and look right. There is a small, narrow trail that goes down about 5 min and you can look up to the bridge from down under it.

Amazing hiking and huge payoff views at the end of the hike. We parked at the Mescal Trailhead. That parking lot is much larger and has more spots than the Dry Creek location. Took us about 3 hours in total for the hike and the views and scenery were incredible.
It starts out fairly easy and towards the end is much more strenuous and physical. Definitely need to be able to climb and do a lot of “stairs”. The Devils Bridge is amazing and it well worth the effort!

Very beautiful! Abundant wildlife, bring some good shoes and a gallon of water. I enjoyed being able to have the opportunity to travel here. If you’re a fellow photographer this is the place!

Our Pink Jeep tour guide, Laura, picked us up where we were staying at the Enchantment Resort. This was extremely convenient as we did not rent a car. Additionally, the open sides of the jeep made the ride to the trail extra fun on a gorgeous, sunny morning. We made it to the parking lot without a flat tire (the entrance road is rough) thankfully. Seatbelts are a must and hold onto your hats! The trail was beautiful and easy until the final stretch. Then you are basically rock climbing. One hundred percent worth the effort!!! The view at the top is beyond words. Pictures do not do it justice. I am afraid of heights and the walk out the the bridge was fine, it is wider than you think. The hardest part for me was the first part of heading back, as you are rock climbing backwards! It was such a blast and if you ask anyone of our family of five (3 adult children in their 20s) they all say this was their favorite part of our vacation. It should easily be your first stop but go early. We arrived to the top by our 7:45am and there were only three people in the line!!! Just an incredible experience!

Many will say it's not worth the wait and time, since it's so busy... just time your hike for an off time of the day or after the crazy busy morning hikes. It's absolutely worth it and one of the most spectacular Rock Formations you can enjoy in the area. Great Photo opportunities are obvious - ENJOY, we did!

We took a jeep on the first part of the trail which I’d Definitely recommend! If you do not the first part of the hike is slightly boring. Then you come to the official trailhead for devil’s bridge park the jeep, and it’s a lot shorter of a hike! probably only 1 mile there and back! Super cool would go back!

The hike was scenic and relaxing for the majority. There were a few spots near the end that were a little challenging, but I saw old people, young people, and even several dogs make the climb.

A little confusing for a naïve hiker. The hike is 1 mile from the trail head not the parking lot. The trail signage is poor and leads you down some lovely trails on Chuckwagon and Dry Creek but if you weren’t looking for a multi mile hike at the end of a long hiking day, this really sucks! Sadly, we were there on spring break and there were throngs of people, the last vertical scramble up the rocks was standing room only and it was a little dangerous at times. I would never suggest doing this hike in any type of wet weather for the same reasons it could be dangerous. I believe the trail is labeled as moderate, and most of it is easy to moderate, but again that last scramble going up the rocks and you are going straight up is really hard.

To avoid crowds, we went early (on the trail at dawn ~4:45, and took the Mescal/Chuckwagon/Devil’s Bridge trail route. Mescal trailhead is on Long Canyon Road and is across the street from the parking area. (A Red Rock Pass is required – you can purchase one at a kiosk by the parking lot with a credit card.) The trail is amazing and easy to follow even in the dawn light. Take a left at the Y where Mescal runs into Chuckwagon, then continue on to Devil’s Bridge trail – easily marked with a sign. **Be aware on the way back that when you get to this same sign at Chuckwagon/Devil’s Bridge junction, you need to go left on Chuckwagon…it’s counterintuitive, but it’s the way back. We had read several reviews from people who had to wait an hour to get a picture of them standing on the bridge. Going as early as we did, we were #3 & 4 at the arch. It is a stunning sight!!! Please remember to speak quietly to each other on the trail and at the arch to respect others’ experience…voices carry upward & very far there! Note – We passed 100 people heading up the trail as we were coming out. Mescal parking lot had maybe 8 cars. Driving past the Dry Creek Trailhead, cars were lined up for at least 100 yds on the shoulder on either side of Dry Creek . Passing this and driving on to Mescal is worth the extra time and will have less crowds! It’s also a shorter and prettier hike.

The trail was great. Definitely gets tough near the top! I was too chicken to get on the bridge, but my husband did it and said it was actually wider than it seems from further out. I would definitely recommend it! Parking lot was pretty full but we managed to get a good spot around 8:30am, probably after other early birds finished their hike.

It's a bit of a hike from parking - about 5 miles round trip if you have to park out on the main road. However, the views are worth it. Overall not a bad hike until you get to the last 1/2 mile which is very steep and hard for some to ascend/descend. If you have off road capabilities, you can drive in to a parking area about a mile from the end of the trail. Take a face covering if the wind picks up - we still have sand in our sinuses from Mother's Day.

A complete activity. A 3-hour hike through the beautiful mountains of Sedona, and crowns with a beautiful photo at Devil's Bridge
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Walk a mile plus down an unpaved road to reach the trailhead. Beautiful scenic views along the way. Once you reach the trailhead it is a steady climb up to the Devil’s Bridge. Only do this trail if you are fit and have good balance since you have to scramble up and down rocks on the trail. Beautiful panoramic views from the top. Definitely worth the effort!

My husband and I started this trail at 5:15am which I definitely recommend. We reached the top by 6:15am and watched the sunrise on the bridge. Only a few other people were there at this time, and we got all the photo's we wanted. On our way back around 6:45am we passed hundreds of people coming up. It must get so backed up, go super early if you can! It is worth it!

This hike started out fairly easy but the last ascent up is challenging. I started at about 8:00 AM and the wait to go on the bridge was about 20 people. As I was leaving it was getting very busy. So I highly recommend you go early. The views are spectacular!

This is very touristy and parking is very difficult! The trail is the best route because the very dusty road is loaded with Jeep tours and off road rentals which ruins the experience. Allow at least 3 hours for this trail. Once you arrive a Devil’s Bridge be prepared for tourists who are very inconsiderate taking way to many photos on the bridge, because it is one at a time you will have to wait sometimes 30 minutes or more.

Definitely worth it if you can make it to the top. Not much to do once you're up there except get in line for "the" picture. If you are short on time, I would probably skip this one as there are way better hikes that are much easier to access.

If you do decide to take the trek, be sure to park at the Mescal Parking Lot, NOT Dry Creek (unless you specifically want to hike the additional miles). The hike will take about an hour to an hour and a half one way depending on your speed. It is mostly trail until the last 30 minutes which is gradually uphill with a lot of uneven rocky terrain. The last ascent is a lot rock climbing.

Better yet, if you have a 4x4, you can take the four wheel drive road and it drops you about halfway, getting you even closer.

The bridge will not be visible or accessible from the ground so you really can't see it from another point like you can a lot of other popular stops.

~First I want to let everyone know that I was not prepared for hiking on this family vacation ~

I would consider myself out of shape but work out sometimes and I made it to the top! It was soo worth the hike. You start off & it’s rocky but just keep going because the view is breathtaking.

We didn’t plan for a line at the top for pictures, which only lasted about 30 minutes. It was a nice break for the long walk we did. There are several stopping points for resting as well along the hike. The sign recommended bring a gallon of water per person & it really means it. I ran out about 1/4 the way back.

I wouldn’t recommend doing this if you’re really out of shape or very young because the hike is a good work out. All in all it took us about 2 1/2 hours

This was our first legitimate hike (I'm 54 yo and my daughter is 28 yo both in average shape). We can easily do a brisk 3 mile walk in sunny Florida in 45 minutes.

We arrived at 5:15 am and parked right up front. We took the left walking trail, instead of the ATV trail, which seemed like a more natural trail. It was COOL and comfortable in June because it was early. This hike is no joke at the very end but can be done with careful steps.

1) A LOT of water and breaks
2) Sunscreen
3) There are 3 steep rock "stairwells" right at the end that are more like climbing rock steps.....the 54yo (me) crawled up them and crawled back down them on descent looking down at my path only and not looking out. I literally kept saying "look down not out" to myself until I reached a flat area and felt comfortable standing. Then, and only then, I would turn around to see the amazing views.
4) Crawl out on the bridge with the same strategy if you have to because it is worth the pic you get to see of what you accomplished and it is not as bad as it appears.

The time of day we went, it was not crowded at all. As we descended, it was neat to encourage the ones on the way up that they could do it too!! I felt for them though because by 8:30 am it was HOT......and I think the heat would have made it much more difficult for the less experienced older ones like me.

This is mostly a very enjoyable hike but it is NOT an easy hike at the end. The hard part is only about 5 minutes at the very end. If you have a persistent partner (like my daughter) and good attitude, you will be glad you did it. This hike was no problem for her by the way ........hope this helps someone push through or have a more clear picture of what this trail entails before setting out to hike.

So much fun and rewarding. The trail starts out really easy. It’s a nice trail for the first two miles. After that it makes it’s way up. The last quarter of the trail is a little tough and maybe considered a rock scramble. Keep going since the views are rewarding and yet breathtaking

This is an amazing trail. It is a bit crowded at times but worth putting up with. At the end is an amazing "bridge" where people take selfies.

We arrived at 830am on a Tuesday and the parking lot was full and we parked approximately .3 miles from the road to the parking lot. Round trip from our car it was 5.5 miles. Most of the walk was on a shared OHV road. The last .7 was in an actual trail. There were two semi challenging areas where it required this 48 yr old mom to crawl up hill with help of my spouse. Pretty steep in a few areas. Hiking boots would be a must. The famous pics you see on Instagram only tell one story. Once you get to the bridge there is a line of folks waiting to go in it to get their pic taken. I bet the line was 30-40 yards long. We didn't wait. Found a cool area to snap a few pics and caught our breath and headed back. I would suggest getting their very early to do the hike, 830 was not the magic time. Little shade, bring water!

Great hike ,wonderful views on the way up but once you get there , you have to wait hours to get to the bridge . Extremely selfish people taking personal pictures for a long period of time , while you sit there waiting for them to move away . Not worth the wait .

If you have a jeep and can drive to the mid point that is a great idea. We enjoy hiking and most was great, however, there was a long sandy/dirt road with no shade - a bit long and boring.

must see part of sedona. i heard it can get over crowded but when i went there was only a few people, so perhaps i lucked out.

Fantastic trailhead and hike, starts off very easy with beautiful scenery and once the climb begins you’ll know you’re almost there as the end is a little bit of climbing. The landscape was absolutely beautiful if you take the longer trail otherwise you follow the atv road up to the closer parking lot but that not nearly as fun

The view is absolutely worth the hike. Hiking in the hot summer months I suggest getting to trailhead between 5am and latest 5:30am. One to get a parking spot, two watch the sunrise and three the temperature is quite a bit cooler. Don’t be a fool and bring water. We were at devils bridge by 6:30am and there was already a short line to take pictures.

Nice hike and beautiful but very crowded at the top and we were there on a Monday in March. We went 90% there but didn’t want to wait on a 45 minute line for all the instagrammers to show off their totally epic highlights.

The Devil's Bridge Trail hike is long, hot, and strenuous at times. Start very early and bring plenty of water ~ the line to take a photo at the Devil's Bridge is long.

This was an experience for my husband and I while on a trip to Sedona. We did rent a 4x4 to drive to the starting point and from there hiked to the top with walking sticks. It was a gradual rock filled start but the 3 short steep rock links were a challange but doable if you take your time. Everyone is very encouraging and helpful along the way. It is a fast 1 mile up and 1 mile back it seems. Go early in the morning because by the time we hit the top at the Bridge, there was a 45 minute wait to go out on the Bridge.

Im going to start by saying I'm pretty happy we had a UTV to get to this place. The parking lot was full and cars all down the road. We bypassed all that and drove a few more miles up!! The hike itself is wooded and shady so i recommend warm clothes in January. The trail is a little steep but nothing like some others in the area. Once you get up to the bridge be prepared to wait for a line of people wanting their pictures on it, some are less considerate than others. You can easily sit and enjoy the view as long as you like. Definitely recommend if you think you can handle it.

We started 6:15am on Sunday morning. There are already many cars parked on the Dry Creek road cus the parking lot hasn’t opened yet.I started my exercise apps total 4.7 miles finished 2 hours 6 minutes. There are about 20 minutes wait time to cross the bridge. I did twice cus I wasn’t satisfied with photos. Make sure to walk a little further to cross the bridge for the photos. Most of people stay in the spot for the photos which is right before the bridge. You wouldn’t realize till you see the photos. Unless you have full size SUV, don’t even think of driving in. The road conditions are very bad.

Most people have this hike on their list of to dos in Sedona... Better to start early to avoid crazy heat (especially June-August) and crazy crowds. We started our hike around 6:30 from the Mescal Parking lot. We got a parking spot no problem and more importantly the trail wasn't too crowded and we avoided the worst heat (1 hour 15min. to Devil's Bridge). The trail offers diversity, different views and stepping over some boulders at the top (it's more steep at the top). There weren't too many people at the bridge when we got there, so we could take our time taking pics. The lighting at that time was ideal (7:45 am). The views are breathtaking. **Park Ranger told us we didn't need to purchase a Red Rock Day Pass for this hike. **Very dry and dusty hike... We needed to duct tape my wife's shoes that were falling apart.

So glad we had time to go out and do this! Didn't realize until the day before we went that we could have cut time off our hike if we had a jeep, but later heard that that access was closed anyway! It was a nice hike, pretty easy at first, then you will know you are close when you start climbing almost straight up-- (it is doable unless you have a bad fear of heights though!). My best advice is to go EARLY. Think about it, there is no limit on how early people can go, and the earlier you go (some people leave at 5 AM), the more you will be able to enjoy watching the sun coming up behind the Red Rock features during your hike, rather than having it burning down your back, and the fewer people AT the bridge walking out to get pictures, the shorter your wait! (because after coming that far, who wants to leave without the picture?)

A wonderful hike with a great reward at the end. Go early (we went at 8am) to avoid crowds and be prepared for a bit of climbing at the end before you get to the bridge. Otherwise the rest of the trail is super easy and well marked. It’s an out and back hike and the entire hike took about an hour each way. People take turns going out onto the bridge and everyone is super nice about taking pictures for each other. There were quite a few people starting out their hike as we were leaving. We hiked from the dry creek trailhead which was a 6 mile hike round trip. You’re supposed to pay for parking, but we couldn’t find the kiosk to pay and we’re lucky we didn’t get a ticket. But we worried about it the whole time we were hiking. Look into that before you go.

The view is fantastic and easy to hike. But Devil's Bridge is actually for people who want to take pictures. Even though you go early, there will be lines. If you do not want to take pictures, just go to the other trails.

Great scenery on the trail, but make sure you are properly prepared. You should have good hiking shoes, the trail is rocky and it can get strenuous. Bring plenty of water and snacks! The overall trail appears longer and more difficult than advertised, you will need to have basic supplies. There are some great views once you climb to higher elevations. This trail may not be suitable for older or less active people.

Trail from the parking lot is easy to follow if you don’t take the side trails that people have created as short-cuts to the road. When the trail hits the road, there will be a sign that clearly marks the start of Devil’s Bridge trail. Although it had recently snowed, there was only a bit of ice at the top. There’s a short steep part & small bit of rock climbing just before the top. The view opens up once at the top. We are two 70 year-olds and did not find this to be a challenging hike.

Loved this hike! We went on Thursdays in early December around 11am. Had no problems parking at mescal trailhead. This route is prettier and you'll avoid the dusty jeep trail. From the Mescal trail you'll follow the chuckwagon trail which leads to devils bridge trail. The hike is easy until the last part where you'll be climbing some steep areas but it's definitely easier than cathedral rock hike. We only had to wait less than five minutes to take pictures! We heard the line can be an hour long! If you go during peak time, definitely go early in the morning!

Don’t do the 4x4 entry but instead walk the trail. That is such a beautiful walk and even if it’s a little longer makes the whole walk so much more of an experience. Also, to get parking it’s a good idea to go at sunrise but I’d suggest a little later for a better exposure on your insta banger if you are there just for content. See my sun scout attached.

We started at 8:30 from the Mescal trailhead. Even at that time the temperature was hot and climbing. This trail was fairly easy with lots of ups and downs. Once we got to the Devils Bridge trailhead it was scorching. Serves us right for leaving so late. The trail itself was easy until we hit the bouldering and scree area. Anyone with bad knees, including me will have difficulty here with the constant ups and downs and shifting around boulders etc. The steep stairs were very difficult for me and my knees. I wouldn’t say the views at the top were worth it as the views were stunning on most of the trail. You’ll need to wear hikers with good grip. Take plenty of breaks and bring lots of water.

FOOD/DRINKS: None available!
Free water stations: NO!

RESTROOMS: 2 individual handicap stalls, no sink by parking lot.
Restrooms easy to find: YES!

COST: free!
FREE PARKING: YES!
amount of parking: VERY LITTLE PARKING! NO PARKING ALONG STREET LEADING UP TO PARKING LOT!!! I saw a sign that a shuttle brings people to trailhead/parking lot. Not sure where shuttle picks up people and where for them to park!

**** if you drive/rent a JEEP 4x4(high clearance), you can drive past the parking lot on this red rock road to get closer to the bridge. (Medium sized red rocks you drive OVER. Small parking lot for just jeeps. Once you park at end of road…. ONLY 30min hike to bridge.

WORTH IT: YES!

Wheelchair and stroller friendly: NO!

Benches to sit on: NO! You could sometimes find some rock to sit on.

LENGTH OF TIME spent here: 2.45 hours (with taking some pictures). 6 miles round trip!

Perfect time of day to go: Morning- less hot out!

For Kids/Couples: anyone that can hike for an average of 3 hours gradual up and down and some steep stairs at the end!

TRAIL/WALKING/STAIRS: easy to moderate 6 mile round trip hike from parking lot. About 1.5 hours up about 1.20 hours back. (Total 2.45 hours) Well marked Trail is red rock fine sand &/ rocks that is gradual incline and decline. Some steep stairs at the end. Walking sticks are a good idea. Some shade/trees throughout walking trail.

ground uneven: YES! Watch your step all the time!!!

Need to bring water: YES, plenty!

Sunscreen: YES!

Special shoes/clothes: tennis/hiking shoes, sun blocking shirts, hats. (Can get windy at top- hang on to hat).

Bag/purse restrictions/security/lockers: NO LOCKERS!

To get there you have to walk a trail where you can enjoy the rock formations and when you reach Devils Brisge...wow!!!! A huge natural arch!! We took an hour there and an hour back, plus half an hour in line for the photo... which is totally worth it

Fabulous trail and definitely worth the final climb for the views and to see the Devils Bridge. Amazing! I'm scared of heights and kept away from the edge but most people stepped out on to the platform for a photo. There was a queue and it was getting very busy as we made our way back down (at around ten), so I'd recommend going early. (Going early is aslo recommended to beat the heat, even in March.) Watch the weather - I wouldn't want to be doing the rock scramble up to the bridge or back down in the wet. Parking is limited.

A mid range challenge -I'm 61 yr old semi fit. But my heart rate definetely got up there at times. We started around 9:30 am. got to the bridge around 12:20 waited 50 minutes to have our turn on the bridge. It was no big deal, you get friendly with the people in front of you- because you'll take there picture. And you get friendly with the people behind you because they'll take your pictures. everyone is very friendly while we wait and watch. Its fun but would try and get an early start.

This is always a nice hike to do alone, with friends and with your partner. It is a light hike and would be a good trail for trail running. I often do this hike when I have an itch to go hiking and it never disappoints! Easy and well managed trails. Beware of ATV's and vehicles as they can also drive on this trail.

My wife and I got up early to start the hike to Devils Bridge from the Mescal trailhead a little after 6am (about 40 minutes before sunrise). By the time we got to Devils Bridge around 7am there were only about 10 people there. So we didn’t experience any of the crowds that you often read about.

The entire hike was nice but this one is all about the destination. You’ve all seen the iconic photos of Devils Bridge, but the experience of actually being there (without crowds) is even better. Don’t let the thought of crowds deter you, just get up early and beat them to the spot. Trust me, you will not regret getting up early for this.

Hiked up to Devil’s Bridge from Mescal trailhead starting at 5am with very hot forecast. Plenty of parking at that time. Only a handful of people on trail with cool 70’s temperatures and direct sun shaded behind mountains. Very enjoyable and back at car by 7:15am. The climb at bridge is steep but doable for us in our mid 60’s. View is worth the effort.

This is a beautiful location. Didn't like the hike (road in). Or the staircase we had to climb. Also, go on a weekday because a Saturday was not good! There was a line for 2 hours to take a photo so we did not.

Stupid tourist trap. Parking lot only has about two dozen spaces. Can't park anywhere else cause there all sorts of no parking and tow zone signs everywhere. And the cops are just sitting around waiting to issue tickets and tow your vehicle.

Very nice trail, it has lots of shade to help when the sun is high. It's fairly well marked. Go early, the parking lot fill us quickly.

We loved hiking up to Devil's Bridge. We went at 4PM because we had plans earlier in the day. We parked a Mescal Parking Trail and walked the Chuckwagon Trail instead of walking a dirt road . There are signs clearly marked. Take plenty of water. We found the last 1/4 of the hike the most difficult. Be sure to wear good shoes with traction as there is some narrow rock climbing at the very end. The line to go on the bridge wasn't too bad. We watched as others went out to get their "shot". It actually gave us a chance to recover and not be so nervous. I did this with my 18 ^ 20 year old. I could not imagine young children being able to do this easily, but it would be fine with older teens with an adult.

Great hike for families! Bring plenty of water as the day's get warmer. Beautiful scenery all the way to destination.

The stuff about needing hiking gear or an all terrain vehicle is way off. Don’t get me wrong, it’d have been great to drive to the base of the climb, but it would eliminate a lot of the hike. We were just fine in athletic shoes and gear.

You just don’t see this kinda view other places, not even including the bridge picture opportunity. Take advantage of the multiple overlooks on the way up. The views are that great.

We went on a chilly day in the 50s but didn’t even drink a full bottle of water. If you can climb semi steep stairs you can make this hike.

The bridge is amazing. Some don’t like to wait because of the line but it really does move fast as long as people are considerate. Don’t be one of those people that take individuals, couples, and group shots. Take one or two poses and move on. Regardless, it’s worth the wait.

Overall very glad we did this. If I return to the area I’ll absolutely visit this trail again.

This hike leads to an amazing rock arch formation. However, the trail is packed with tourists. If you prefer to enjoy nature without crowds, pick another trail. if you don't mind lots of other hikers, make your way into the desert for this one, because the view is spectacular. Parking at the trailhead is limited. To find a parking spot, either start early in the morning or after 1:30 pm . Do not attempt this trail during weekends or during spring break (mid-March to early April).

For the best hiking experience, use the Chuckwagon Trail to access the Devil's Bridge Trail. It is longer, but more scenic, than hiking along Dry Creek Rd.

My friend and I were visiting Sedona for the first time and our main goal was to jam-pack our trip with as many hikes under 7 miles roundtrip as possible. Devil's Bridge was our first hike of the day. We got to the parking lot around 8:30am (on a Friday) and there were still quite a few spots available. We used the US parks pass as a "parking" permit, but then again I did not see anyone walking around checking for parking passes. Best bet to double check before your trip.
From the parking lot and all the way to the Devil's Bridge, there was clear signage an the trail appeared to be well maintained. At all times tough, there were other groups of people walking to or coming back from the same spot and everyone was helpful with directions. Most of the hike was moderate, but towards the end there was some steep climbing, so that's something to keep in mind if you have children/ elderly, animals and/ or are scared of heights. I am scared of heights, but I also like to push myself and I'm glad I did. We did see a lot of elderly people crushing it - just have to be aware of what your body is capable of. Also, remember that you will be going back down the same way. We saw a few people getting "stuck" on the way back down, but I just slid down the rocks. Even though we were there fairly early or so I thought, there was a "line" going up that steep part of rocks, so that can be a bit unnerving.
It took us about 1.5 hours to get to the actual bridge, but that's mainly because of me stopping often to take pictures of the beautiful landscape. All the way to the bridge, the views were breathtaking. There was a short line to get on the bridge as well since people were taking all kinds of pictures - we even witnessed a proposal! The bridget itself is not as narrow as it looks, so it definitely makes it easier for my fellow folk scared of heights.
Please note there are no restrooms on the trail, only in the parking lot.

I often see people on instagram saying skip Devil's Bridge because it's so crowded. I have to disagree with that. If you can be there early on a weekday, you'll be just fine and the views are definitely worth it (in my humble opinion).

This is a nice hike, every place you look is just an awesome view, as you start getting closer to Devil's bridge I could not stop to admire how beautiful this place is.

This was by far the best hike we did in Sedona. The views and the bridge itself are simply amazing. We took everyone's advice and left early (6 a.m. arrival), got a parking spot and had no wait to get on the bridge. Got to watch the sun come up while on the hike and see the whole gorgeous valley light up. You should not miss this hike if you are in Sedona!

Not too easy but definitely not the most challenging trail. Beware that if you want to take a picture at the bridge to expect a line, yes, a literal line😂 My partner and I were not that interested in waiting for a picture. We kept walking the trail (yes it continues) and enjoyed the peace and quiet away from the crowd. Beautiful views of the canyons 🌄

What a beautiful location. My family and I, including two children 9 and 12 with no hiking experience loved this hike. We rented ATVs and cut the hike by a mile, which really helped. We walked the rest of way and made it to the big bridge. At first the kids were a little scared of walking on it but once we waiting in line for about 20min they saw how much fun everyone was having posing for the grand picture and we went for it. The hike took about two hours, we arrived at around 10am and did notice the line getting a little longer by the time we left. Definitely worth the wait.

We love to hike but I am scared of heights. Nonetheless the hike itself to the bridge was easy. Lots to see, great views on way up and opps for cool pics. Once you get to the bridge I tapped out, unable to cross although the wife and kids say it looked worse from the overlook. I took their word for it but got good pics from a safe distance ;) other reviews complain about the wait to get on the bridge. yes it was about 30-40 min to get out to the bridge since you dont want to have more than one group at a time on their for pics but talking to others, enjoying the view and relaxing made the wait easy for us! none of us thought it was that awful. if you are a trail hardcore traveler you might feel differently but were looked at it like any other place that is a focal point for photos, views etc. our 14 and 10yo loved it and had no issue with the hike or the bridge

remember how a toddler climbs down the stairs? Butt first! best way to scamper back down the rocks. very doable, the rock climbing part is short, and views totally worth it!

Massive crowds make this a good but not great hike. Depending on what time you arrive, there is typically a long line to walk across the bridge and pose for a photo. Other than that, it's a nice hike. Start very early in the morning to avoid large crowds.

Hike was very pleasant. People along the way were happy and friendly. Trail was mostly easy to follow, however we strayed of the trail a few times. Fortunately a lot of people were there so we found our way back a few times by hearing other hikers. The bridge is impressive, and you can take your picture on the bridge. It can be crowded and people wait in line to take their picture on the bridge. The hike is a little rough in some areas.

If you have a Jeep (or equivalent), I'd suggest driving the 1 mile road to the base of the mountain as the "hike" on the road is not pleasant - hot, very little shade and not interesting. Once you arrive at the parking area, the hike is truly a hike and is lovely and the bridge is very cool.

I enjoyed this hike. Parking can be tricky and it's still about a mile to the actual trailhead if you do get a spot in the designated lot. I wouldn't recommend the climb for anyone under 5 or over 65 (but to each their own). Views are gorgeous and plenty of spots to stop for a picture, but it can be crowded even in the offseason - you may find yourself waiting on the steeper parts and definitely waiting at the top. Overall, glad I did it, but will be exploring other options next time I'm in the area.

It's all about the destination. A relatively easy hike until you get closer to Devil's Bridge. A somewhat technical uphill climb close to the end. Take your time and you can make it. It gets very crowded - both parking and the trail itself - so start EARLY (like at 6:00 am). Be prepared to find a nice stranger to take many pictures of you while you are posing on the bridge. Worth it!

This hike was well worth it! We had a blast! It is busy so I would recommend getting there early. The wait to get on the bridge is lengthy! Parking can be tricky! There is many great sights to be seen! There is nothing like Sedona red rock! We will be back!

I arrived around 9:00AM and parking lot was full- people were starting to park along the road near the entrance. Luckily i rented a jeep for my stay. I was on my trip as a solo young woman. Never went off roading before... took my jeep out to the trail head and it was so cool! The jump over the rock at the very beginning was the worst part. The hike at the trail head was about 1 mile up to the bridge. I am not very active and have never hiked before. It is no joke. Portions of verticals climbing basically like a latter. All ages were on this trail. Even a deaf man with a service dog. I highly recommend this trail. I felt an amazing sense of accomplishment afterwards. Great for any skill level! Be mindful though that there ARE some difficult parts but you can do it!!

Get to trailhead EARLY! You will want pictures at the bridge. We got to the trailhead at 6:20am, only waited at the bridge area for 20 minutes to get pictures. By the time we left I bet the wait was an hour and there were so many people heading up the trail I could see how the wait could be a few hours later in the day. If you leave later many plan a picnic at the top to you can enjoy the views and now be concerned with the wait.

Devil's Bridge is beautiful and shouldn't be missed. I was at Mescal by 6 am and the parking lot was 1/2 full already. Better weather, better scenery than from the main lot and just enough people at that time to chat with at the bridge and take pics for you.

Parking at the Mescal Trailhead on Long Canyon Road provides a great start to the hike. Much of the hike prepares you for the last 400 yards that is the most challenging. The photo on the bridge is worth the effort.

It seems the Devil's Bridge might be a little to popular, a lot of people. Did I mention a lot of people? We went on the 25th of February in the afternoon, the Pink Jeeps were scary driving on the road both in and out of the area. Way to fast with not a care if you were in the road or not. They were passing vehicles and people with disregard of safety. The hike to the bridge itself was ok until the last 200 yards. With the little amount of snow and water on the trail we had to use both hands climbing the last bit to the rim rock. It would seem if this is such a popular site the forest service would improve the trail a little for safety, and how about some restrooms at the trail head parking lot? I'm not talking about the paved trail head, but the one a mile in where the 4x4's park. You know where everyone that needs to go is going right?

The bridge itself was great, great views all away around, really nice area.

Great hike. Pretty simple for most of it. A little tougher at the end. Go in across from Mescal Trail head. Go early, later than 615am is a mistake. You will have a long wait at the top.

We came in the afternoon parked down by the road and walked the dirt road trail. It wasn't too busy. There was a little bit of a wait to take pictures but not too bad. A few rude people who would just step out in front of everyone.
Let's be kind and courtesy to each other.

We hiked to Devil’s Bridge from the Mescal Trailhead. Majority of that hike is easy with only a few spots needing a bit of agility. Once you reach the Devil’s Bridge trailhead parking lot you start gaining altitude and the hike gets harder. The last part requires some climbing up some steep, mostly natural rock steps. Once you get to the bridge the view is awesome and you can walk out onto the natural bridge. Descent down the rock steps is a bit trickier than the climb up. My wife and two teenage daughters are not “hikers” by any means but we made the round trip with plenty of time at the bridge in 3-1/4 hours. Tip: BRING WATER! Saw lots of people without any. Only reason I didn’t give this full stars is the difficulty of the last piece of trail. More experienced hikers/climbers will probably rate trail higher.

We didn't get on the trail til 10. A bit of a mistake not going "early". My husband and kids made it to the top. The stairs at the end going up were too steep for me. When they got up there, there was at least an hour wait to get on the bridge. They took pics from where they were able to get to and came back down. I waited for them at the sign at the bottom of the steps. From there we went to the left and took a very short walk and ended under the bridge. That was pretty amazing to see as well. It's not marked that you can go that way. It's worth it.
It was 3 hours roundtrip for us. Bring lots and lots of water. We enjoyed this trail.

If you’re an avid hiker, there’s better hikes with much less people. The line wait time to get on the bridge (one at a time so everyone gets their Instagram photo) can get pretty ridiculous. The hike itself is no challenge so pretty much any one can do it. That’s good and all. If you want the view and the touristy experience, go for it. It is definitely a pretty view. Just know what to expect. 🙂

This is a must! Best friend and I hiked this , we were exhausted but once we got to the bridge it was so worth it. I can’t even explain how amazing the views were!

This was our first hike, and it was great! We went later afternoon, the crowds weren't too bad, and the hike was beautiful. Moderate hike, worth the views and photo opps!

Go early. We started hiking with our 6year old at 6:30. We were of course slow- but is was still super crowded. If you’re going to go- go early.

We parked at the Dry Creek Vista Parking and took the Chuckwagon trail, I think it’s more like 4 miles to the bridge (one way). After we saw the bridge we decided to take take Trail 120 devil’s Bridge back to the parking lot. It’s an atv trail so it was a easy walk back to the car 🥾 this was one of the best hikes I’ve done on this trip 🏜️🫶🏼

It was pretty windy on the day we went and there was a lot of dirt and dust blowing around but the hike was great. There is a bit of steepness in some parts climbing up rock steps but not too hard. The view at the end is amazing.

We got there at 6:45 Am on a Saturday at Mescal Trailhead. Luckily there was still many parking spots available. The hike took us roughly an hour to get there. We stopped a few times for pictures. The last 1/4 mile is a little challenging but the steps were easy to navigate and very safe. We did however wait close to an hour to get our picture. We didn't mind. We met some very nice people waiting in line with us and took our picture as we did with them!

We have two boys, ages 7 & 8. We opted to rent a UTV to drive in to the last portion of the trail. Very glad we did! We are first time off roaders and the trailer was easy to navigate and a ton of fun. Had we hiked the whole way in and out it would have been a half day trek. We arrived at 8am, drove in, hiked up to the bridge, and waited about 30 minutes to have our photo taken. When we were leaving there was a ton more traffic coming in, so definitely recommend getting there early!!

The last 20% of the hike (from the off road parking area) was quite a scramble. We were able to do it no problem with the kids, but those with any mobility issues would have trouble.

My husband is afraid of heights, but the bridge itself is much wider than it looks. He was able to (slowly) get out there for the photo and he's so glad he did! I would suggest having whoever is taking your photo stand directly across from the bridge instead of at the front of the line, it gives a much better shot with the mountain in the background!

What a fantastic hike to an extraordinary view!
One of our favorites! Walking, some climbing up rocks. Must go early because it gets crowded. Once you reach the bridge you must take turns going out on bridge, and take pictures for each other. Worth the trip!

Skip this walk. It was crazy busy with hundreds of hikers and an hour wait at the arch for a picture. Our favorite hike was Fay’s Canyon because there was no crowd and it was not all about one arch. We have been to Arches National Park and so Devil’s Bridge just did not live up to the hype.

Beautiful trail. Moderate to hard trail. The end is very steep, but the view are magnificent, and more than incredible! But being in moderate to good shape is a must.

Suggest trying to time your visit to avoid all of the Instagramers. We started on the trail by parking on Long canyon road and connecting via the Chuckwagon trail. Much nicer than walking up the dusty road with the off road vehicles. We parked and starting walking around 8:30am to avoid the early morning crowd and those that start to really crowd the trail from 9am on. Only a 5 minute wait for the classic photo. Would be far nicer without all the people just climbing up for the photo.

We jeeped out to the trailhead, which is highly recommended. The trail is easy until the last couple yards. Line for pictures was absurdly long. Highly recommend hiking under Devils bridge as well. Breathtaking.

This is a must do while visiting Sedona! It was moderate hike to the bridge not too tough, there’s a bit of rock climbing stairs. Get there early limited parking in lot, we arrived at 7:45am got last spot! Lots of street parking but further walk! It’s amazing to see great photo ops!

This was our second visit to Devil's Bridge, our first time visiting in the summer (Late June) We made a detour to this hike after Cathedral Rock was closed that day. We arrived at 6:15am and there were still a few extra parking spaces. We took the more direct dirt road over the Chuck wagon trail. It took us about 3/4 of an hour to get to the top, chatting and walking with others. We spent a 1/2 hour at the top enjoying the views, and taking photos for others before heading back down. There is slight scrambling on the incline, especially if you're just five feet tall like one of our teens. Lots of less mobile folks enjoying their trekking poles for the descent. If you have any knee issues, they're a big help. We went back the more direct route again up the ATV road and were back at the car just before 9am and it was 85, full sun. It was shocking to me how many people set out on this trail with only 20oz plastic bottle of water, no hats, or no water at all. It's so important to be well prepared for hikes in the summer, even though this hike isn't very long, its full sun.

Breathtaking views! Worth the hike, but go early! We got there around 10AM on a Sunday and we were able to find parking on the main road outside the park entrance. Also, make sure you go to the bathroom BEFORE you leave. There is one outhouse at the parking lot next to the trails and when we were there, it was out of toilet paper. Most of the hike was on a dirt/rock path and the views were nice. We went in March when the weather was very cool in the morning but as the sun rose, it became much warmer quickly. On the trail, you will be walking alongside other hikers and the 4 wheel drive vehicles that go to the closest parking point. The 4 wheel drive parking is where the hike really becomes a hike. There are lots of large steps to start and then you have small climbs which when busy, you will have to take turns going up and down. I am in my mid-40's and not in great shape, but this hike was doable although I was tired going up to Devil's bridge. I have an 11 year old and a 14 year old and it was no problem for them to hike. It was well worth the hike! The views are absolutely beautiful! You will likely have to stand in line to go on the bridge, but worth the wait!

BE PREPARED! This trail is challenging, and not well-marked. I would not suggest beginners try it. Bring a gallon of water, wear sunblock, comfortable shoes, and plan 3 hours. The Jeep road is a long, hot walk from the parking lot, before you even get to the almost 2 mile climb/hike to Devil’s Bridge. DO NOT BRING ANIMALS. There are no amenities. The views are gorgeous, and you will feel personal satisfaction in doing something challenging. Better to hike with a partner or a group than solo, as a precaution. You are close to civilization, but feel as if you are in another world.

We chose to ride the Sedona shuttle to the Mescal trailhead so that we wouldn’t have to concern ourselves with finding a parking place. We arrived at the parking lot about 5 minutes before the first shuttle pickup at 7 AM and saw a number of people already waiting for a ride. The driver only picked up 25, and we were fortunate to get on since several were left to wait for the next shuttle. The trail from the Mescal parking area wasn’t too bad and was a nice walk through a wooded area. The last mile to Devil’s Bridge was uphill and had two challenging climbs up rocks towards the end. The view at the end was great, but expect to wait for some time in the sun if you want to get a photo actually on the bridge. We walked back along Dry Creek road to catch a return shuttle which was just a rock and dirt road with little shade and was actually uphill most the way

We had to park at the Mescal parking lot. It was a nice easy walk till you get closer to the bridge. The views are amazing, a lot of people on the trail. I was very disappointed when we got to the bridge. The line to take a picture at the bridge was ridiculously long and people really have no respect taking pictures in various poses alone and with their group, kissing, sitting, hugging..... very few took one shot or two and left. We waited about 10 to 20 minutes but then decided to leave. I only wished time was timed and other people around us agreed too.

We took trip advisor advice and parked at the Mescal Trailhead entrance so we didn’t have to walk the dusty road. Arrived at 8 am. Parking was easy on the side of the road. 2 hrs and 45 minutes up and back at a normal pace. 45 of those minutes are waiting at the top. But it is fun to watch everyone do their photos. No need to hurry. If you have knee issues or would be uncomfortable climbing a few sections on all fours it might not be for you. But if you feel good about a 4-5 mile hike it is a unique experience.

We loved the hike to Devils Bridge- to be clear, we took the Chuck Wagon Trail which hooks up to the Devils Bridge Trail just as it starts the ascend to the top. Much more scenic, not on a dirt road. It does add about 3 miles( round trip) to your hike.
Once at the bridge there is a line, depending on what day & time you arrive, to head over to the bridge and get photos. So worth it!! It is definitely scarier watching other people on the bridge than actually waking it yourself. Can psych you out but so much easier/wider than it seems. A ‘Must Do’ while in Sedona!

First, park at the Mescal Trailhead. More parking and to/from Devils Bridge is 4 miles round trip. Devils Bridge is amazing. We weren’t sure if we would stand on it, but we did. Got some great pictures. Hike is very easy except for the last 1/4 quarter mile. Must do, if in Sedona.

Took the Jeep to the trail head and beyond, which is fun! Climb is doable for most people. Some steps, twists and turns but fairly easy. Distance is the hardest part. View is amazing! Worth it!

Devil's bridge trail experience is true to its name. We visited during the first week of September when the temp was 105 degrees and the ground temperature was 135 degrees. Upon arrival at the parking, we were cautioned about the risk. I and my wife tried to be brave but returned after 15 minutes as we were getting tired and almost confused on our way back.
In any case it is a great hike if done in cooler weather. Stunning views

Wonderful experience! First, a couple of notes: Use the Mescal trailhead to start the hike. It is less crowded and offers a prettier hike. There are certain spots where you can stop and get a panoramic view. When approaching the bridge, you will have to climb. It is steep, and pretty hard. But the view is well worth it. Strongly suggest hiking boots, or at least, tennis shoes. We spent almost the entire morning on our hike - then drank beer afterwards!

Long hike in from the trailhead but beautiful arch. Once you get there it’s a short but steep hike to walk on top of the arch

Unless you show up to the parking lot and get lucky enough to have someone pull out of their spot right in front of you, you'll have to park on the side of the road on either Boynton Pass Rd or Dry Creek Rd. This trail is always crowded, even on weekdays.

The first section of the trail is just an easy walk along a dried out wash. When you reach the point where you begin to actually make your ascent up the mountain, you'll feel as if you are truly hiking and not just taking a stroll along some forgotten road.

Because of the crazy amount of people doing this hike, there are a couple of places before you reach "Devil's Bridge" that are tricky to maneuver; there are just so many hikers that you will need to wait your turn to scramble up these stairstep boulders, as climbers are coming down as you are heading up, with very little room to pass each other.

When you reach the Bridge, it's a pretty sweet sight! If you want to get your picture taken by a friend or family member who stays back while you go out on the Bridge, there usually is a line, so be prepared to wait.

Bring some water for the hike and be safe.

The first part of this hike is more of a walk along the road that 4 Wheel drive cars use to get to the trail head. Parking in the road at the weekend is busy, a lot of cars.
The final part can be steep and busy at the weekend, so it is not a hike in the wilderness. Once at the bridge there was a long line for taking it in turns to walk on the bridge for a unique photo.

Took long way there with amazing views all the way!
Then the climb up to the Sandstone bridge was so worth it. It’s all for my son Logan. He would’ve been 21 and went to his Lord.

Wanted to to Devil's Bridge, could not go, too many people. I took an alternative Mescal trail that was very good, but still don't know what Devils bridge looks like since there were too many loud people there.

Very hard track at the end of an easy trail with a large que to go over the arch itself. Much better arches ay Arches Park Utah

Whew! I’m not an experienced hiker by any means (but I would say I’m in shape) and found this hike was a bit challenging. We really had to take our time/pace ourselves and the trail got a bit confusing at times. I do not feel I was fully prepared at all but overcame the obstacles and reached the bridge. It was rather empty being a hot afternoon day in August (would not recommend lol, unless it’s early/you’re fully prepared). The view was amazing when we finally reached the top;) It took us a few hours there and back to the Mescal trailhead but was worth it and I would hike it again; )

We parked at the Mescal Trail head and started there. The Mescal section was my favorite part of the hike! We then merged with Chuckwagon that led us to merge with Devil's Table. The last bit was a little intimidating, but we managed the scrambling just fine. There was a line that they said was taking about 45 mins to get a turn to go out onto the table and take a photo. People were taking a lot of time to do practically a photo shoot out on the rock!! I finally just snapped a photo of a guy that resembled my husband and will tell people that it's him! ha! We loved the view, even if we didn't go out onto the table. There was another ledge below that we were able to get some photos on. It took pretty much 2 hours exactly to complete.

Easy hike - but VERY busy.
Parked at the Mescal Trailhead (highly recommended) - easy to find a parking spot (free), and the 1 mile hike to get to actual trailhead was beautiful. Follow signs for Devil’s Bridge Trail while following the Chuckwagon trail to get to the actual trailhead (actual trailhead requires 4x4 to get to). Not a difficult hike until the ascent - light bouldering to get to the top. We arrived around 9:30 AM and it was a 1 hour wait to get on to the actual bridge to get the “classic photo” of a solo shot on the bridge. We decided not to wait and instead grabbed a quick picture between people getting on/off the bridge. Still amazing and an easy hike for great views.

A very pleasant hike. Along the way their are beautiful ledge overlooks with unobstructed views of the vast wilderness.
Devil's Bridge is a wonderful sight and the photos we got are unique and special!

Visitors don't understand that there is a separate walking trail. Instead they insist on walking on the ORV road and sucking down the dust as we passed. We got so uncomfortable that we turned around and left.

Beautiful hike to an outstanding venue. The only downside was the 30 minute wait at the top to get your picture on the bridge. The hike is moderate accept for a couple of short areas requiring all four scrambles. Not a difficult hike and definitely worth it.

Started at about 9:30 am with our two teenage daughter 17 & 15 from Mescal parking lot. It was HOT close to 90 degrees but there are plenty of shady spots to stop and drink water. We made to the top and back down in a little over 2 hours. We opted not to wait at the top for pictures as there were about 20+ already waiting. To get up to the actual bridge you must climb up a very steep set of rock steps that are even more intimidating coming down.

This is a picturesque destination. Go early as it’s popular and there may be a line. It’s definitely an above average hike with rock climbing at the end. But worth it if you’re party is all able!

This is a challenging, excellent hike with a fabulous reward at the end. We parked at the Dry Creek lot. I have an XTerra and probably could’ve made it to the lot that reduces the hike by half, but we enjoyed the walk and didn’t need the extra wear & tear on my vehicle. It’s about 4 miles round trip and took us exactly 3 hours, including lots of photo stops and about a 15-minute wait to get a picture on the bridge itself.
Most of the hike is pretty straightforward, just some uneven terrain and soft sand to slow you down. At the end you’re climbing up some rocks. It’s not dangerous or especially scary, but you need to know and take your time. The viewpoint at the end is magnificent. Well worth the time spent and the effort expended!

A must do hike. We hiked with a family of all ages and even a 15 month old baby. It was the highlight of our Arizona stay, even more than Grand Canyon. GC is grand, but this hike is incredible and in my opinion, beat GC on scenery and challenge. It is the perfect length for younger kids. I did rent UTVs which I drove on the (VERY) bumpy trail directly to the trail head. That saved us some time (but not money) and made it much more manageable. Otherwise, walk slowly and bring water. The bridge itself is cool and not as scary as it seems. Be careful and take great pictures!

Know before you start your journey to the bridge! Maybe we missed this info from fellow traveler reviews but the hike up to the bridge is no walk in the park. Most of the hike was fairly easy with a few inclines, not bad at all. However, there are two VERY steep inclines towards the end you should know about. It was absolutely worth it, though I wish I’d brought more water than the few little sips I had. Once you get to the top it’s all worth it and by the end of the hike we were grateful for the experience.

If you have mobility issues, this might not be for you. I rented a Can-am and used it to get to the trail-head, but it was still a hike to get to the bridge. The 'road' was a blast on the Can-am, but might not have been much fun to walk.

We were given off the tourist grid parking advice and hiked the trail to Devil's Bridge. The Chuck Wagon Trail was reasonably well marked and there were enough (but not crowded) hikers to keep us from straying. The hike was easy with hiking sticks and the views spectacular! Approaching Devil's Bridge became more of a climb than a hike, but we made it to the top where other hikers were waiting their turn on the bridge - a natural rock formation about 90 yards from the ground. The wait was short and walking on the bridge was worth the hike (the hike itself was worth it!). The hike back was equally inspiring and, though we are not experienced hikers, we loved our new activity. Hiking shoes, water, hiking sticks and camera are recommended.

We parked in the new Mescal trail parking lot and there was a lot of room, even a restroom. Look for the trailhead leading to Chuckwagon trail which leads to the Devils Bridge trailhead. Coming from this parking lot does add 2 extra miles (1 mile each way), but pretty hiking path, less people until you get to the Devils Bridge trailhead. Occasionally we had to stop to get our bearing and verify we are on the right path, but many Sedona hikes intersect and that is normal.

The hike up to the Devils Bridge was wide in many areas but when you start the climb, it is narrow and you need to take your time to climb up and later down. Single file walking, rock scrambling is needed. We did not take hiking poles and we were mixed if we needed them. Sometimes the path was sandy and other times, pure rock. We were lucky that there wasn't a large line waiting to get pictures taken, so we decided to wait and get our pictures. I'm glad we did but would skip this hike on a future Sedona trip.

The path going out to the bridge does start out wide but narrows quickly. We did take pictures on the wider part and then I gained the courage to go to the middle for the photos. When you sit and look at the bridge from the safe side, you will notice the large cracks in the bridge. That does make the picture taking seem a bit foolish and dangerous. not sure about people jumping up and down on the rocks, but their choice.

The return hike was pleasant through the gorgeous scenery of Sedona.

We didn’t arrive at the crack of dawn like everyone recommends. We stated our hike at 10:30am. Parked on the road. The sign at the beginning of the trail says 3.6 miles round trip for the easy route which we picked. Maybe we went off trail at some point because we ended up doing 7 miles. The wait at the top wasn’t too long and we got to meet some nice people in line. We saw deer and even a decent sized snake along the way. The only thing I recommend is to bring lots of water. We brought about 64oz for 2 people and that wasn’t enough when it’s mid day. I was suffering the last mile.

Devil’s Bridge should be called Hell’s Highway! Most reviews I read stated it was an easy hike. Granted, taking the trail up to the start of the incline was beautiful and not really difficult, but once past that, trekking the incline was much more of a challenge in my humble opinion. I am so glad I had my hiking pole with me. I will qualify, I am a 140 pound, 59 yo female in fairly good shape, and yet it still was more than a moderate hike to me! I also discovered that I am now afraid of heights, but never was in the past. Was the view worth the trip up?? Yes, I would definitely say it was! I did not venture out to the bridge, but my 19 yo son did! He said it was awesome! I took the famous “money shot” and because we got to the trailhead by 7:45am, we did not wait but about 20 minutes to snap the picture. Going down was tricky and I do recommend hiking shoes with good tread! Rocks are slippery in places. We walked the 4x4 road back to the parking lot and it was dusty and very rocky. I think I would take the trail back even though it makes the trip maybe a mile longer.
Total time approximately 4 hours. Take water and a snack! We saw zero wildlife!

The hike is about 4 miles round trip. Fairly easy hike until the end and then it becomes a bit more technical. Views are stunning. Go early to beat the heat and get a parking spot. Not sure why one of the busiest hiking destinations has like 20 parking spots but it does. Otherwise you can park on street but add about a mile to the hike.

We are a family of four (kids 15 & 12 yo), and very active/fit. We were prepared for the hike, and made it all the way to the bridge and back - but can't imagine how most people would do so. In researching the trip, many reviews were positive and enough to feel confident about taking the hike. We arrived early before 7 a.m., and still had to park out on the road. This was fine, but we didn't realize how far in from the trail head the hike up to the bridge would be. We had good weather for hiking, a little on the cooler side, and clear skies. However, the closer we got the higher up we realize we had to go - and that it would require climbing with all four and in fairly rough terrain. I'd still recommend it for experienced hikers, but be prepared for a challenge at the end. For those who aren't runners or vigorous walkers, I'd advise against attempting. This is not for young children or slightly out-of-shape adults.

Recommend for all levels of hikers. Majestic Mountain View’s and easy hike. Always remember to bring water.

The hike is 1.8 miles from the trailhead, but you cannot drive to the trailhead. You have to park (or take the shuttle) and then walk in on a dirt road frequented by ATVs. From the parking lot it was around 4 miles round trip.

We enjoyed this hike but it is moderate with the last 1/4 mile a direct climb up. Not for the out of shape. Picture is worth it. Leave early and pay attention. It is confusing as there is no real sign for the trail head. You have to take Chuckwagon or Dry creek. Parking is at a premium.

The day we went there was an hour wait to get on the bridge. So, we stopped an an overlook of it and enjoyed those views, but felt it would only be worth it if it was not busy and we could get on the bridge. The reason is that the trail is fairly boring to get there. So, really the only reason to go is if you can experience the bridge. We enjoyed Cathedral Rock so much more.

The beginning of this hike is very flat-- unfortunately the parking is not great. you have to park somewhere along the highway and it can be as much as a mile to hike into the start of the trail itself. Then it is a long way fairly flat to a second trailhead where it gets steep with stairways to get up to the bridge itself. We took an ATV which mitigated the parking issues and we were able to drive the first several miles of the trail to the further trailhead. From there it is maybe a mile or slightly more, although parts of it are very steep towards the end to the view of the bridge itself. unfortunately there was a wait of over an hour to actually walk out on the bridge itself and get pictures. This was on a Sunday of a 3-day weekend. Instead we took views of the arch itself without walking out on it and pictures in front of it.

Amazing view ! This trail was a bit long . Start early . We started at 6am , but I guess 5 - 5.3” would have been good .
The view at the top is breathtaking.
The pictures will not do justice to the personal experience of doing the hike

I went with my daughter who is 29 and fit. I am in my sixties and in pretty good shape. We had a late 9:30AM start as I usually get out there at sun rise when hiking by myself, but it was okay. It was rated as a moderate uphill hike, and it was, with only a few parts that were a bit difficult to climb near the top. We luckily hiked on a cloudy day with temperatures in the low 80s.
We took almost six hours to complete. I had to stop en route to take many pictures, rest for a few minutes and/or to take drinks. Make sure you have plenty of water. I also recommend you go early to get parking closer to the trailhead or take one of the town's shuttles. We were a couple of miles away which added four miles to our hike.
Thinking my daughter did not need to stop. she did for me. The last stop was the longest as we took in the views in several spots. I had to tell myself I could climb the last section as it was steep and rocky. I did it!
Interesting that I was just fine going down which surprised me. The views were terrific throughout the trail especially from the bridge which totally made the hike worthwhile. Although it looks scary from pictures, the bridge itself was pretty wide so it was okay to cross. I was surprised by that!

The views were beautiful but it is not an easy hike especially at the end. The climb to the bridge is very steep and there isn’t much room for error once you get up there and start walking to the bridge. Lots of inclines and steep rocky surfaces. I’m glad my daughters were able to experience the bridge but I did not make it up there. There is also a beautiful area before climbing up to the bridge that gives beautiful views. I also think they need to post more signs on the trails, we almost got lost coming back. Defiantly go early! I couldn’t believe the amount of people going so close to sunset, it is not a trail to or a place you want to navigate back to at dark

All the reviews and reading we've done said the same thing over and over "get there early otherwise you will have a hard time finding parking!" It is true! We went on a Tuesday morning, arrived after 6 am at the Mescal trailhead parking lot. We were 3rd in the lot. Some people came in to catch the sunrise.

We didn't want to hike in the dark, so we had our breakfast. Set out at 6:40 am with a bit of daylight. Saw the most amazing sunrise colors in the horizon. Then we went on to Chuckwagon trail that connects up with the Devil's Bridge trail. Pretty sure all the parking spots would be gone by 7 am.

The trail is quite easy, until you get closer to the bridge, there were a couple of sections that you need to scramble a little bit. Obviously make sure you wear sensible hiking boots with good gripping soles.

When you see the bridge for the first time, it just takes your breath away. The spanning view below and the green against the red rocks, just can't describe the beauty. There were about 10 groups ahead of us for photo taking. Quite a system. You trust the people behind you to take some photos for you, and you do the same for the group before you.

Amazingly it all worked out great. At the same time, you get to meet some of the most friendly strangers. We ended up with many perfect "shots". The guy knew what he was doing, taking both close ups and far/long shots. What a memory.

We spent about 2.5 hours. The total distance for our route was less than 5 miles. Well worth the time and getting up early.

Be prepared for some serious hiking once you get to the trailhead of devil's bridge. While you can take your 4x4 up to the beginning of the trail, some people walk to it which adds another mile and a half or so. The offroading was fun, easy in difficulty; However, the road is very narrow. So just look out for other vehiclesFrom the head trail you will be hiking about 0.8 miles in order to reach the top. Take water, sunblock, and a light load if any. There are some parts of the hiking where you will be almost climbing vertically. But don't let it be a deterrent to you. I am not an avid hiker or climber. In addition we had our 4 year old with us (it made it a little more challenging) and we did just fine. It is not packed with people either which is always good. The first 10 minutes of the hike consisted of flat land with a slide incline. But it gets more difficult and steep very quickly after that. Be careful with the rocks. They can be slippery, specially on the way down. I fell. Nothing serious though. Once you get to the top, the view is just amazing. Totally worth the struggle. Follow me and my adventures @Sin_Aguayo_Canelito fb:Sin aguayo

This trail is the Sedona equivalent of Disney world. It’s an over crowded easy hike. Most of the walking is from from your car to the actual trailhead considering where you have to park due to all the people that crowd this place.

Then at the top you can wait in a line of a 50-100 people to take the same “creative” photo as everyone else so you can post it on your Instagram feed too.

If you’re actually a hiker, looking to get out in nature, away from hoards of people, I would not recommend going here.

Great Hike. We started at the Mescal trailhead. It is primarily an easy hike up until the last hundred yards where it becomes steep. Some easy scrambling is required to reach the top of the bridge. Once on top , the views are spectacular. We arrived approximately one hour prior to sunset and enjoyed the soft light casting shadows in the canyon. There was a short wait , perhaps 10 minutes, to walk out onto the bridge for the iconic photo. Hikers took turns photographing each other on the bridge. It was a pleasant way to meet people. The bridge itself is wider than it appears in photographs, at least 10 feet at its narrowest section. So, it is an excellent low- risk opportunity to demonstrate your "courage" to friends back home. If you stay for sunset then bring a flashlight for the return hike. Enjoy!

I grew up in the Rocky Mountain west and this is a truly unique hiking experience. I can't say enough good about this hike. It's not particularly long or difficult, though there are some steep sections. The scenery is amazing and Devil's Bridge is pretty much everything it's cracked up to be. If you really must get your picture taken on the bridge though, you will definitely have to budget some time for that, as there will be a line. And yes, the pictures will be perfectly Instagram ready.

A highlight of our trip and must do hike. We started our hike from Mezcal trailhead, the Chuckwagon trail portion of the hike had some excellent views and was pretty easy hiking. The final leg up (and then back down) on devil’s bridge trail is fairly strenuous. We went on a Monday morning and had about a 30 minute line to get through to get onto bridge. Protocol for group behind you to take your pics was quickly adopted. It really wasn’t that scary once on the bridge, I went all the way across which I wasn’t sure I’d do. Views were phenomenal as were the pictures captured of us.

Just over hour hike to top and Devils Bridge. Left at 8 am and still had 1 hr wait in line to get photo. But worth the view and the photos.

Views are amazing
The hike is “not nothing” as someone told me

There is a difficult scramble at the end which of course you need to decend on return

Definitely recommend

Not a difficult hike, but has a few inclines that have to be navigated. With stops for water and pictures, it was about a 4 hour round trip. Some great places to get pictures before getting to the Devil's Bridge. Highly recommended hike.

We were at the Mescal trailhead by 5:45 am and it was perfect timing. There were plenty of people already at the top to chat with and take photos around 6:45-7:00 am but it wasn't crazy crowded yet. We got beautiful golden hour photos, too! PRO TIP: Take Mescal trail instead of Dry Creek. It's much more scenic and even a tad shorter.

A bit difficult but unbelievably rewarding once you actually get tot he bridge. If you get tired, keep going it is so worth it

Parking is a challenge if you try to park in the small lot for cars. But we parked along Dry Creek road and walked in. There is a rest room in the parking lot to the far left as you drive in. That is where the Chuck Wagon trail starts. You can take it and the follow the directions to Devil’s Bridge fir a more scenic and less crowded route instead of the Jeep friendly dusty dirt road. Views from higher elevations are awesome.

Absolutely gorgeous views- go early for good parking. We arrived at 7am. It took about 2 hours to reach the bridge. When we arrived there were about 16 people already there. The line was about 4 people- everyone is willing to take pictures for each other. The last 30 minutes of the hike is a little more difficult and takes a little scrambling on all 4s.

This is a pretty easy hike except for the very last part, which is basically a scramble/climb. You're going to have to wait about an hour to take a photo if it's busy. I'd say do this hike just to get the photo, but there are several other great lookout points that have great photo opportunities as well.

This is the kind of hike I would do once and then probably never again.

I like to think outside the box. If crowds are anticipated in the morning on this Devil’s Bridge Trail, GO LATE! We started at 5pm and had plenty of time to enjoy the views, snack, take photos, and make it back with plenty of time before sunset at 7:45. It was cooling down, and by 7pm it was very nice in the desert with a coolish breeze. Best of all there were NO CROWDS. No waiting in line for photo ops on the bridge. 👍🏻

My wife, son and daughter all hiked up Devil's Bridge Trail after taking our Jeep off-road for a stretch to the base of the hike. The final 1/4 mile was a challenging climb for us, but the views were worth it - especially for my daughter who was the only one brave enough to stroll out onto Devil's Bridge. Terrific hike!!!

Overall, this trail is beautiful and a worthwhile hike if you’re in Sedona. It isn’t super strenuous, and is on relatively level ground until you get near the bridge. The climb is easy, but be prepared to wait in a long line if you want the iconic photo of yourself on the bridge. We made it up around 9:30 AM on a weekday and had to wait maybe 45 minutes before actually being able to go onto the bridge for a photo.

We took the trail route 6.5 miles to 3hrs totaling. Don't let the beginning walking trail fool you. It's easy until you get to the bridge area with the steep/difficult incline all the way up. I advise you to hike at your own endurance/fit level and take breaks as needed. This hike is very challenging so know your physical fitness level. Bring more water than you would usually drink, dress appropriately, wear gloves for the cliffs/rocks climbing, knee pads, hiking stick and pay close attention to the weather. If it's summertime this hike is best done between 6:00 -10:00 a.m. finishing by noon. If the temperatures are above 75 to 80°, this hike should not be considered in the late afternoon in the summer months when the temperature rises and the heat index is excessive. I noticed lots of people that clearly were not prepared for this hike along the way. One gentleman got to the top and passed out, there were plenty of people that ran out of water, or dehydrated, were weak, lethargic and lacking electrolytes. People please take this hike seriously and when reading reviews do not listen to those reviews that say this is an easy to moderate hike if you're not an experienced hiker it's difficult. To be honest this hike is dangerous/rugged so please know before you go. I would not recommend taking your dogs on this hike, I saw dogs just falling out of extreme exhaustion. I AM A EXPERIENCE HIKER AND THOUGHT PEOPLE SHOULD KNOW THIS. To summarize it was beautiful scenery and the bridge was priceless.

Devil's Bridge was a great adventure for us! The first part of the hike wasn't anything miraculous, but you are hiking in Sedona. So the views are beautiful, all the sights are amazing, and you are surrounded by natural beauty. The trek up the hill to get to the bridge was a bit challenging - mostly because people were not practicing proper etiquette... let people ascend the steep climbs before you decide to go down!

The payoff of seeing the bridge, having the marvelous views of the surroundings and getting to go onto the bridge without everyone else was amazing! We had to wait about 1 hour to get onto the bridge, but everyone was pleasant and agreeable with that process. It was well worth the hike. Parking was a bit of a challenge - if you don't get there early, plan on taking a shuttle or park along the road and add to your hike.

A camera, water, & a good pair of shoes is a MUST. In the fall/ winter, it may start off cold, but by the time you reach your destination, the temperature may be in the 30’s or 40’s, but your body temperature & heart rate will say differently. Well worth the hike

Parking can be a challenge as the spaces at the lots are limited. We were patient and were able to get a spot from an early morning hiking group. Beginning at Devil’s Bridge parking lot off of Dry Creek Rd, we walked the Chuckwagon trail to the Devil’s Bridge trailhead which is a winding easy walk with lots of flowers/flowering plants still in bloom in November. The first part of Devil’s Bridge trail is fairly easy, more rocky as you walk up, the last third of the trail is two very distinct total upward climbs over huge rocky steps which requires using your hands as well to climb up. It was worth the climb as the views of the valley and surrounding mountains are stunning. We climbed back down and walked back to the parking lot via the Dry Creek Rd which is a wide, more direct, less winding way to/from the parking lot. Overall it was a 6 mile hike and took us 3 hours but we stopped a lot to take photos and enjoy the views. Personally amazed to see how many families with young children and older folks were able to do this climb as I felt it was more challenging than I expected.

I recommend coming at a slow season. Sedona overall is getting too crowded to enjoy during peak visitor season. For this hike, you had to park two miles away and walk in.

This is a fun hike - plan about 4 miles round trip from the main parking area - 1.0 mile on a dusty red rock road to the trail head and another 0.8 mile on the actual trail.

The first 1.0 mile road also has off-road very very high clearance vehicles on it, so just have to be careful when walking on it. We've also heard that folks can take the chuckwagon trail as a scenic option too

The last 0.8 mile from the trail head starts off flat and then begins a series of climbs to get to the bridge. The steps to get the bridge are ok but i'll admit it's a cardio workout - so just take your time and be safe - we did see some people turn back for various reasons. Just be safe and careful and know your own limitations. For reference, if you've ever hiked up Cathedral Rock to the top, this hike should be pretty similar in some ways

Once at the top, the bridge is there and everyone lines up for photo opps and takes turns. Just be safe and careful. Also be careful doing back to the parking area. The steps down the trail can be sandy and don't want to slip

As many have mentioned parking is hit or miss - you need to go really early to find a spot in the parking lot - otherwise, vehicles park off the side of the rode up and down the main street (and it extends your hike) Also going early will help minimize lines at the bridge for those waiting to take photos

It was worth it though - got some great photos and met very nice hikers along the way - very enjoyable hike and very scenic

This was one of the coolest things I have ever seen. If you are going I suggest getting a very early start on your hike. It gets extremely hot on the trail and can be dangerous for some. This hike is a bit challenging but the view at the end makes it totally worth it. If you can I would definitely make time to go check this out.

This was a six hour hike for us. There were times I was on my hands and knees going up, and times I was on my bum bum coming down. It was scary at times !
But so worth it. One more thing off my bucket list!

Gorgeous hike, we took our 10 and 8 year old (bribed them with ice cream cause it was a little tough for them, but doable)
Pretty easy hike till the last quarter mile then it’s up
Up up. My grippy trail running shoes definitely made this hike much better. We got to the bridge at sunset and didn’t have to wait at all to take pics on the bridge. Bring plenty of water and definitely the bridge is totally worth it. So beautiful