Snoopy Rock

 
Snoopy is one of the most beloved rock formations in Sedona. Easily visible from much of Uptown Sedona, the formation is named after the famous comic strip character. The route to reach the top is a social trail with good views of Sedona. Getting all the way up onto Snoopy's belly at the end of the hike is moderately difficult.
 
Snoopy Rock
 
Starting from the parking area on Sombart Lane you will not be able to see Snoopy Rock from the trailhead. Take the short connector trail uphill (shown below) entering the Munds Mountain Wilderness Area.
 
 
The first signed trail junction is where the connector trail joins the Marg's Draw Trail. If you were to go left, eventually you would reach Schnebly Hill Road. If you were to go right, you would eventually reach the Broken Arrow trailhead. Instead, you want to go straight onto the obvious social trail straight ahead.
 
Now you will be able to see Snoopy Rock on the left side of the trail at end of the cliffs (shown at the top of this page). There is a braided network of trails here, all headed to a break in the cliffs that will provide a gentle switchback to the top.
If you can stay on the main trail you'll have a much easier time of it. Simply take the easiest slope and use your route finding skills. If you've chosen the correct route you should be on an obvious social trail (shown below) as you start uphill.
 
The social trail going to Snoopy Rock
 
Now the views across Marg's Pocket (shown below) will start to become more dramatic as you gain elevation.
 
View of Gibraltar and Chicken Point from the Snoopy trail.
 
It's not a difficult climb, but the final approach (shown below) is a little steep, and it is necessary to use your hands in a class 2 scramble.
 
The final approach to Snoopy Rock
 
From the top there is a view of Uptown Sedona, Oak Creek Canyon and Thunder Mountain. This amazing spot is a little like the top of Cathedral Rock, but seldom visited in comparison, so kick back and stay awhile.
 
Enjoy having Snoopy Rock all to yourself!
 

FINDING THE TRAILHEADS

Parking at Sombart Lane is recommended. Parking at Schnebly Hill adds approximately 1.7 miles total to the roundtrip hike described below.

GET THE GPS TRACK FOR EVERY TRAIL IN SEDONA INCLUDED WHEN YOU PURCHASE THE WANDERER"S GUIDE!

  • Sombart Lane Trailhead: From the junction of Routes 89A and 179 (the "Y"), take 179 south 0.7 miles to Sombart Lane on the left. Follow Sombart for 0.1 miles to signed trailhead parking area on the left. No pass is required to park here.

  • Schnebly Hill Trailhead: From the junction of Routes 89A and 179 (the "Y"), take 179 south 0.3 miles. Go left on Schnebly Hill Road (the round-about just across the Oak Creek Bridge) and go 0.8 miles. Take the turnoff on the left signed for Marg's and Huckaby Trails. Trail directional signs begin by the kiosk. Take the Marg's Draw Trail heading south. A Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass is required to park here.
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    HIKE DETAILS

    RATED: Easy to moderate due to elevation gain
      
    TOTAL DISTANCE
    2.2 miles roundtrip (Sombart)
     3.9 miles roundtrip (Schnebly Hill)
     
    ELEVATION GAIN
    630 ft (Sombart)
     
    EST. HIKING TIME
    2 hours roundtrip (Sombart)
     
    BEST TIME TO GO
    Sept - May. Hike early in the morning to avoid the summer heat.
     
    PET FRIENDLY
    Yes, except for the final scramble. Snoopy's belly is narrow and it isn't a great place for a dog. Must be leashed. Please pick up after your pet and pack it out.