Cow Pies - Mountain Biking near Sedona, Arizona
Sedona,Arizona
34.87237867, -111.71297721
2.7 miles E of Sedona, Arizona
GPS: 34°52'20.6"N 111°42'46.7"W
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State: Arizona
Trail Length: 1.00 miles
MTB Difficulty: Advanced
Trail Type: Out & Back
MTB Trail Type: Singletrack

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The Cow Pies trail functions as a climb up to the Hangover trail from the Munds Wagon Trail. Much of this trail is sweet, sweet slickrock, with awesome views. Courtesy of Singletracks.com

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Cow Pies Mountain Bike Trail in Sedona, Arizona - Directions, Maps, Photos, and Reviews

Cow Pies is a singletrack mountain bike trail in Sedona, Arizona. View maps, videos, photos, and reviews of Cow Pies bike trail in Sedona.

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Never modify trail features. Ride trails when they're dry enough that you won't leave ruts. Speak up when you see others on the trail and always yield to hikers, horses, and others coming uphill. Always ride on the established trail.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Sedona, Arizona

  1. Head south on N State Rte 89A toward Forest Rd (0.3 mi)
  2. At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto AZ-179 S (0.4 mi)
  3. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Schnebly Hill Rd
    Destination will be on the left
    (3.6 mi)
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