Schnebly Hill Trail

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Schnebly Hill s a system trail in the Coconino National Forest. Designated as Trail #158, it is well marked with signs and easy to follow.  Starting at climbs moderately and steadily up the west face of Schnebly Hill following the original alignment of Schnebly Hill Road. There are some magnificent red rock views for the first 0.75 miles which is unshaded. The trail enters partial shade and at 1.25 miles, where the roadbed turns sharply to the left, take the trail on the right which is signed "Munds, Jacks, Hot Loop". It climbs moderately in shade for nearly 0.75 mile, passing through 2 cattle gates, and emerging on a large, open expanse near Committee Tank.

 View from the Schnebly Hill Trail

There are several overlooks offering great views of Munds Mountain, Bear Wallow Canyon and the red rock formations beyond (shown above). The trail is level for the next quarter mile and then descends to a saddle separating Schnebly Hill and Munds Mountain at the head of Jacks Canyon. More nice views. Just before reaching the saddle, there is a signed trailhead on the left for Hot Loop. Continue down another 150 yards where there are two more signed trailheads. The Jacks Canyon Trail leads down to the left.
 
Schnebly Hill Trail ends at a junction with Munds Mountain Trail #77, Jacks Canyon Trail #55, and Hot Loop Trail #95, all of which are covered on separate pages. These trails provide opportunities to extend your adventure in the Munds Mountain Wilderness.

 

FINDING THE TRAILHEAD

From the junction of Routes 89A and 179, take 179 south 0.3 miles. Turn left on Schnebly Hill Road just past the Oak Creek Bridge and go 5 miles (0.6 miles beyond the winter closure gate) to a turnout on the left. Park here and walk 100 yards down the road to the signed trailhead for Schnebly Hill Trail on the east side. Schnebly Hill Rd. is a jeep road. High clearance required. Four wheel drive strongly recommended. 

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HIKE DETAILS

RATED: Difficult
  
TOTAL DISTANCE
 2.2 miles out and back
 
ELEVATION GAIN
1,000 ft
 
EST. HIKING TIME
3-4 hours round trip
 
BEST TIME TO GO
Any
 
PET FRIENDLY
Yes. Must be leashed at all times. Please pick up after your pet and pack it out.