The Sedona Montezuma Loop is an amazing ride in central Arizona. Starting in Sedona, this loop follows Oak Creek upstream through a narrow canyon. Along the way there are several places to stop and play in the water or just take in the sights. Eventually this road climbs up and out of the canyon on a series of switchbacks to the plateau above.
On the outskirts of Flagstaff, the route turns and follows the contours of the land past Lake M, the Lowell Observatory around Mormon Lake and into the Coconino National Forest. This stretch of the ride is relaxing and scenic as there are wooded areas interspersed with open fields.
Eventually the terrain becomes hillier and the route becomes curvier before exiting the forest for the open desert on the Zane Grey Highway. The road slowly descends and eventually reaches the town of Camp Verde, home of the Montezuma Castle National Monument.
Upon leaving Cape Verde, there is a short stretch on Interstate 17 before jumping off and taking back roads through the desert back to Sedona.
Location: Central Arizona
Approximate Mileage: 160 miles
Estimated Riding Time: 4 Hours
Surface: Paved
Attractions:
- Sedona - Midgely Bridge Picnic Area, Grasshopper Point, Oak Creek Visitor Center, Slide Rock State Park Call of the Canyon Picnic Area, Red Rock Visitor Center, Courthouse Viewpoint, Courthouse Loop Trailhead
- Flagstaff - Oak Creek Vista, Lowell Observatory
- Mormon - Lowell Discovery Telescope
- Camp Verde - Fort Verde State Historic Park, Montezuma Castle National Monument
Motorcycle Rides, Arizona, Sedona, Flagstaff, Camp Verde, Big Park
Sedona Montezuma Loop
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