North Wilson Trail
State: Arizona
Location: Coconino National Forest
Length, One-Way: 4.2 miles
Trail Type: Out and Back
Best Season: April to November
Difficulty: Moderate
Usage: Heavy
Trail Information
The North Wilson Trail heads straight for some of the most panoramic views in the Oak Creek Canyon/Sedona area. This is an alternate to the Wilson Mountain Trail. The North Wilson Trail starts just north of Encinoso Picnic Area, 3 miles up canyon from Midgely Bridge. The two trails join at a point midway up the mountain.
At the top you’ll be rewarded with views that stretch over hundreds of square miles of scenic canyon country and include Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, Coffee Pot Rock, Capitol Butte, Sterling Canyon and the Verde Valley.
Directions
From Flagstaff:
Drive 22 miles south of Flagstaff or 2 miles north of Sedona on Arizona Highway 89A. The trailhead starts just north of Encinoso Picnic Area, 3 miles up canyon from Midgely Bridge.
