Written and Photographed by Luke Irvin
Where: 30 min South of Flagstaff
Length: 8 Miles
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Type: Out and Back
Bell Trail is a great family hike a brief drive outside of Sedona and Flagstaff. This pristine wilderness area is located just off the I17. Bell Trail runs along Wet Beaver Creek, which supports a beautiful riparian community of plants and animals. The Crack is a well known swimming spot along the creek, just over three miles into the hike. For those not looking to make the full journey to The Crack, multiple pathways along the trail will lead visitors to stunning vignettes of the waterway. The hike is best completed during colder months, as there are long stretches of the hike with little shade cover.