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Sedona OHV & Jeep Guide: Legal Routes, Maps and Tours
Plan a Sedona OHV or Jeep outing with legal-route checks, official maps and responsible-use guidance.
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Use the map for tour operators and access-area references. Route difficulty and vehicle capability guidance open the Forest Service route list below; recommendations do not establish legal vehicle access.
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Compare Sedona OHV routes
The Forest Service currently highlights 11 Sedona-area routes and publishes their route lengths and permit notes. The source-linked route map publishes the difficulty classes and vehicle recommendations, but its map data is dated August 2018. Recommendations do not establish legal vehicle access or current conditions. Check the current Motor Vehicle Use Map and Forest Service alerts before driving.
Check current Forest Service Motor Vehicle Use Map for legal routes, vehicle classes, and seasonal statusCompare up to three OHV routes
Route distance and permit notes come from the current Forest Service route page. Difficulty wording and vehicle capability recommendations come from the linked 2018 route map; they are guidance, not legal vehicle permissions. Check the current Motor Vehicle Use Map and alerts before travel.
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11 Forest Service highlighted OHV routes
Ranch Loop
Easy sandy loop with several dry-wash crossings.
Sedona area · 6.5 miles loop · Published level wording: Easy dirt road
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Suitable for most 4x4 or AWD vehicles; high clearance is recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingCliffhanger
The route map notes rocky ledges and steep downhill obstacles.
Sedona area · 5.5 miles one way · Published level wording: Difficult 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingDiamondback Gulch
The north section of 152A can be very slick and may be impassable when it rains.
Sedona area · 6 miles loop · Published level wording: Difficult 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Documented route condition: The route map warns that the north section of 152A can be slick and may be impassable after rain.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingOutlaw
Most of the loop is easy, with several steep, rocky sections and bedrock shelves.
Sedona area · 10.5 miles loop · Published level wording: Moderate 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingCasner Mountain
Extreme rock steps and sheer cliffs.
Sedona area · 6.75 miles one way · Published level wording: Extreme difficulty; expert recommended
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: High-clearance 4x4 is recommended; stock vehicles are not recommended.
Permit requirement: A free, limited permit is required according to the current Forest Service page. The linked 2018 route map lists a 62-inch vehicle-width threshold; confirm current eligibility with the Red Rock Ranger Station.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingPowerline
Steep, rocky ups and downs on a remote route.
Sedona area · 6.5 miles one way · Published level wording: Difficult 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingSmasher Canyon
An extreme one-way canyon route requiring expert skills and serious rock crawling.
Sedona area · 3.5 miles one way · Published level wording: Extreme difficulty; expert recommended
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Highly modified 4x4 rock crawlers are required; stock vehicles are not suitable.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingVultee Arch
Moderately demanding, with several rock shelves and ledges.
Sedona area · 4 miles one way · Published level wording: Moderate 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingSoldier Pass
The route map describes challenging rock ledges and obstacles.
Sedona area · 2.5 miles round trip · Published level wording: Difficult 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Permit requirement: A permit is required at least 72 hours in advance; reserve through Recreation.gov and confirm current restrictions.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingSchnebly Hill
A rough, rocky road with a more difficult section near Merry-Go-Round.
Sedona area · 11 miles one way · Published level wording: Moderate 4x4
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Most high-clearance 4x4 vehicles are recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingBroken Arrow
A very challenging route with slickrock, ledges and steps.
Sedona area · 4 miles round trip · Published level wording: Extreme difficulty; expert recommended
The current Forest Service Sedona OHV listing gives this route length and loop / one-way / round-trip basis; the basis is printed per route.
Vehicle guidance: Modified high-clearance vehicles with a short wheelbase and skid plates are recommended; stock vehicles are not recommended.
Current Forest Service route list and permit notesPublished level wordingEasiest option
Use a guided Jeep or OHV tour
A guided trip removes much of the route, vehicle and access uncertainty and can be a better fit for first-time visitors. Compare tour length, vehicle type, physical comfort, cancellation terms and the actual route before booking.
Self-guided use
The current Motor Vehicle Use Map controls
Motorized travel is legal only on designated roads and trails shown on the current Forest Service Motor Vehicle Use Map. A social-media track or old map is not a substitute for the official designation.
Conditions
Road difficulty changes with weather
Rock, washouts, snow, monsoon runoff and traffic can change a road quickly. Confirm current conditions, vehicle requirements and closures with the Red Rock Ranger District or the operator supplying the vehicle.
Responsible use
Stay on designated routes
Avoid creating bypasses, crossing closed areas or parking on vegetation. Reduce speed near hikers and homes, secure trash and follow fire restrictions. The goal is access that remains sustainable after the visit.
Current-source checklist
Use the current legal-route map, not a saved social track
Motorized access is controlled by the current Motor Vehicle Use Map and posted orders. Confirm the selected road, seasonal restrictions, fire rules and vehicle requirements before leaving pavement. A route shared online can be outdated or cross land where motorized use is not permitted.
Detailed activity planning
Choose legal access before choosing the vehicle
Guided or self-guided
A reputable guided tour can reduce route, permit and vehicle uncertainty while adding interpretation. Confirm the actual route, ride comfort, dust exposure, age or health restrictions, cancellation and whether the experience is on-road or backcountry.
For a rental, understand damage, fuel, cleaning, recovery, prohibited roads and responsibility for tickets or towing before signing.
The current map controls
Motorized travel is limited to routes open to the vehicle class on the current Motor Vehicle Use Map and posted orders. An old GPS track, social post or tire mark is not authority to enter. Wilderness and closed areas remain off limits.
Some controlled routes require a separate permit or reservation. Check the exact route with the Forest Service or Recreation.gov.
Conditions change difficulty
Rain, snow, washouts, loose rock, dust and traffic can change a road quickly. Match the route to the vehicle, driver and current condition. Carry water, navigation and emergency supplies, and know the rental provider's procedure for a disabled vehicle.
Never bypass a closure or create a new line around an obstacle. Turn around when conditions exceed the group or equipment.
Noise, dust and community impact
Slow down near hikers, cyclists, horses, homes and other vehicles. Keep distance to reduce dust and avoid unnecessary idling or engine noise near neighborhoods. Stay on durable designated surfaces and pack out waste.
Responsible behavior affects whether motorized access can coexist with other uses.
Separate route legality from vehicle capability
A vehicle may be physically capable of a road that is closed, restricted or not designated for that class of use. Check the current Motor Vehicle Use Map and posted orders first, then match the legal route to driver experience, rental terms and current conditions. Keep the afternoon nearby because dust, traffic, weather or a turnaround can change the return time. Never use an old track to bypass a closure or create a new line around an obstacle.