Broken Arrow Trail
Sedona, AZ
Difficulty 4/5 — Advanced terrain
This trail typically requires a winch, spotter, and at least one buddy vehicle. Carry recovery gear, communication (GMRS/satellite), and ride within your skill level. Solo travel is strongly discouraged. Verify current trail status with the managing agency before going.
Length
3 mi
Season
Year-round
Day-use fee
$5
Permit
Not required
Trail difficulty
Advanced · 4/5Rated on PickRV's editorial 1 (novice) to 5 (extreme) scale.
Vehicle types allowed
Permit and access
No specific OHV permit
Day-use parking at Morgan Rd trailhead; Red Rock Pass recommended ($5/day).
Known hazards
- Steep ledges (Devil's Staircase)
- Tight squeezes
- Cliff exposure near Submarine Rock
Editorial tip
Air down to ~15 psi before Devil's Staircase — the ledge run is much more controlled. Spotters help on the descent.
— PickRV editorial team
Official managing-agency source
Trail conditions, permit rates, and seasonal closures change. Always verify the current state of this trail with the managing agency before you ride.
US Forest Service pagehttps://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=55278
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See Arizona off-road rentalsQuestions about Broken Arrow Trail
- Is Broken Arrow Trail open year-round?
- Season: Year-round. Always verify current trail status with the managing agency before traveling.
- Do I need a permit to ride Broken Arrow Trail?
- No specific OHV permit is required, though Day-use parking at Morgan Rd trailhead; Red Rock Pass recommended ($5/day). Standard rules of the managing agency still apply.
- What vehicles are allowed?
- Allowed vehicle types: Jeep, Side-by-side. Always confirm street-legal and OHV-registration requirements for your state.
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Arizona rules · last verified 2026-05-10
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- 8.30%
- Min driver age
- 21+ std · 25+ Class A
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- Allowed — no restriction
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- 22:00-08:00