Schuerman Mountain Lookout Hike
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Schuerman Mountain Lookout Hike
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Schuerman Mountain is an easy objective for hikers in Sedona, offering views from Airport Mesa to Cathedral Rock on a 1.7mi trail. There’s also an extension available if you want a different vantage point from the top. This route is easy enough for families and beginners and, besides a short steep section, there are no major challenges. Expect moderate traffic on this route.
Getting there
The trailhead for Schuerman Mountain is off Sedona Red Rock High School Drive.
About
| Backcountry Campground | No |
| When to do | Year-round |
| Pets allowed | Yes - On Leash |
| Family friendly | Yes |
| Route Signage | Average |
| Crowd Levels | Moderate |
| Route Type | Out and back |
Schuerman Mountain Lookout Hike
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Schuerman Mountain Lookout Hike Description
Schuerman Mountain provides a great view of Airport Mesa and Cathedral Rock with the ease of an easy-moderate trail. Besides a bit of a climb in the first 15 minutes or so, the trail is quite relaxed and easy enough for beginners and kids.
From the trailhead, hike south a few steps alongside the road, then take a right past the intersecting trail to Schuerman Mountain Trail. You’ll gain most of the elevation for the hike after this point, climbing up the side of Schuerman. Take a break to look back at the views if you need a breather.
Once you crest the top, stay left towards the lookout. Admire the view, and then head back to the junction. If you want to actually reach the highest point, there’s a trail straight ahead that takes you there. Otherwise, you can head back down the mountain on the same path you used to get up.
Insider Hints
There is an extension available that takes you along the other side of the summit to a valley viewpoint. Users report that the view isn’t a must, but if you want to take it, it adds 1.9mi to your total distance.
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