Sedona Off-Road - Broken Arrow Trail, Soldiers Pass, Schnebly Hill, Red Rock Powerline

On this adventure we headed across state lines to Sedona Arizona for a trip we had been planning for 2 months. We knew Sedona was a very scenic place with all the red rocks but we also heard there were some amazing trails out there that we needed to go check out. So along with some of our great friends, we packed up and headed out for a long weekend of wheeling.
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Once everyone in our group made their way to Sedona, we all met for some good food, drinks and a little comradery at the Sedona Pizza Company before we kicked things off the next morning. If you visit Sedona, I highly recommend making this a stop on your list.
The next morning bright and early we met up at the Coffee Pot Restaurant for breakfast which came highly recommended. We aired down, did a quick gear check and had a short drivers meeting to discuss the days plans and headed out.
The first trail of the day was going to be Broken Arrow which was just a few miles down the road. This was the one trail we were all the most excited about.
The Broken Arrow trail did not disappoint. This 3.8 mile long trail had some great obstacles at almost every turn and the views of the red rocks all around never got old. As we made our way to the top of Devils Staircase, are anticipation level started to climb. Because with all the rain that morning, we knew it might be a bit of a challenge.
Devils Staircase really is much steeper than it does on camera for sure, but we all had a blast making our way down. However there were a couple in our group that just had to see if they could make their way up and without a doubt watching Little Big Jeep hammer their way up might have been the highlight of the day.
Broken Arrow is a very popular trail and we must have come across at least 15 Tour guided Jeeps along the way.
As we made our way off broken arrow it was time to stop for lunch, soak in the surroundings and get ready for Soldier Pass which was the next trail on the agenda.
The trailhead to soldiers pass was just a few miles down the road from broken arrow. This trail had a couple obstacles along the way, but not as difficult as broken arrow. But once again, the amazing scenery was around every corner
There are 2 must see destination along soldiers pass, the first one we stopped at was Devil’s Kitchen which is a massive sink hole and there are no railis, so watch your step. The second stop is the Seven Apache Pools, a very remarkable spot to visit
On our third and last trail run of the day to Schneblys Hill, mother nature decided to turn on the water works and I think everyone agreed that it made going up this mountain much more scenic with all the water falls coming off the rocks. This trail is easy and you really don’t even need 4 week drive. The gate was close half way through, but no worries as the views at this spot were breathtaking.
On day 2 we planned on doing Red Rock Powerline trail and then take the optional off shoot to Outlaw trail. This trail is just over 30 miles round trip and we expected it to take a up the whole day. This trail is rated as difficult, but aside from a couple small obstacles that you would want to have high clearance, it was that bad at all.
From all the rain the night before, the mud was exceptionally thick and I everyones tires were really gummed up which made things a little interesting going up the side of Black Mountain.
The ruins at the end of the Outlaw trail exceeded all our expectations. These ruins date back to the 1100’s and to see so much of it standing was very cool. This is a must-see destination and if you are out in Sedona. There is a flat dirt road that you can take to go straight there, but I think taking the Red Rock Powerline road is the best way to do it.

[@garrettsmith8286]

For anyone interested you don't need a modified vehicle that cost $40k-$80k for any of these trails. I've done them all with ease in a bone stock 1987 Toyota 4runner with over 300k on the odometer. No lift or lockers on 31" ATs. Please be courteous and pull over for other vehicles and take caution around corners, these are very popular trails. Last but not least please ALWAYS pack out what you brought in. Mother nature is not your trashcan.

[@northwestoff-roadopportuni7176]

This is where I grew up! Pink Jeep tour is famous due to my father’s auto body shop that built the first two original pink jeeps. Panther pink they called it

[@lelandeggleston1041]

This was one of the best produced videos I have ever seen. The music was quiet enough for us to hear the Jeeps work and the narration was just right. Awesome job.

[@TrailRecon]

What a great compliment! Thank you very much!

[@andresjustus2960]

i guess Im asking the wrong place but does any of you know of a way to log back into an Instagram account?? I was stupid lost my login password. I love any assistance you can give me!

[@haydendominic7691]

@Andres Justus Instablaster :)

[@andresjustus2960]

@Hayden Dominic i really appreciate your reply. I got to the site thru google and I'm trying it out atm. Takes a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@andresjustus2960]

@Hayden Dominic It did the trick and I actually got access to my account again. I am so happy:D Thank you so much you saved my ass!

[@stevenpreyer5379]

The Pink Jeep tour on Broken Arrow was the final straw that got us to buy our 2006 Jeep Rubicon. Thank you Sedona!!!!

[@lorrienewman8658]

Best jeep video ever. Except for the music. I watched it on mute and it was serene and beautiful.

[@4x4adventure_pl]

This off-road journey is pure adrenaline!

[@AdventureTimeLoui]

Why do I get so much joy out of watching Jeeps climb down and over red rocks???

[@wayneyates230]

I live there in Sedona for 13 years. My house was 7 miles from here. Absolutely beautiful

[@azcoach5369]

I live 2 hours away from these and my favorite trail in Sedona is absolutely Broken Arrow! The views are amazing!

[@purpskurp8737]

Think a stock mojave gladiator could handle it?

[@azcoach5369]

@@purpskurp8737 Yes before my lift my stock Rubicon made it.

[@shiftintohigh5564]

Honanaki Ruins. Different mason skills told me several different generations lived there. Painted petroglyphs above them. Man this was awesome👍👍😎🇺🇸

[@larryparker1678]

wow, looking at you rig three years eairler, what a transition has taken place. Wonderful.

[@andyanajones3808]

Great to have Jeep videos without a bunch of foul language that I can watch with my kids. Sedona is now on my bucket list. Guess its time to start restoring the CJ in my garage.

[@Vera-xu3xw]

Stfu and stop being such a pussy 😂🖕🏼

[@zachsteele6964]

@@Vera-xu3xw okay libtard

[@KneeDeep40]

Keep making me jealous! As I sit and stare out of my window in Wisconsin at the snow and cold it is nice to see some folks having a good time. The SDJC looks to be a real great organization. I like seeing how it brings the whole family out together for events. Since I joined your channel it has certainly exploded in subscribers.... and you are nearing your 1 million views! Great job Brad. Your down to earth reviews and production quality set it above the rest.

[@TrailRecon]

It was truly an amazing time and the people are what make any adventure awesome. Thank you!!

[@eddaeges9309]

Double thumbs up !! Great to see the 2 door TJs for us that haven't made that step. I get tired of some of the videos around that see like you can't be in the group unless you have a JK. Well done video. Great editing and music mix.

[@fordmech00]

Little Big Jeep......GET SOME!!!!!! great vid

[@Thegravyipass]

Dude right! I think aside from the wheels it was stock.

[@stevemartinism]

Waiting for Santa to come…decided to watch your video. Nice to see Jeeps that are not 100,000.00 dollars riding trails that everyone could run. Real deal! Thanks.

[@rudicon1422]

Awesome video bud. Man those views were awesome. TrailRecon best Jeep Channel on KZbin!

[@TrailRecon]

The views never got old for sure. Thank you, what a great complement!

[@JorgeTorres-lj6dt]

I just went this weekend to Sedona and it is a beautiful country.

[@misternonolol6876]

A dirty jeep is a happy jeep 😊 I enjoyed your video, thank you.

[@TrailRecon]

Amen to that! Thanks you!

[@moabwheeling]

Very nice video ... Keep them coming... Very nicely done.. That area looks like fun !!!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! Can't wait to get back to Sedona!

[@delta92112]

funny the best video of a local trail was done by out-of-towners... great video

[@tonyacosta5250]

Great video... no idea how I have missed this one. I live about 70 miles and hit the trails there often. Sadly, Solider Pass is not closed to vehicles. Going next weekend in my second JK and will hit Broken Arrow a few hours before I get married in the Red Rocks. Keep up the great work!

[@JamesMalanowski]

Cool video! It's nice to see some other 2 doors out there on the trails!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@rrad3926]

I love AZ. I've been to Sedona many times and it's very pretty. I will definitely have to visit the trails now that I own a Jeep. Thanks for sharing!

[@TrailRecon]

You won't be disappointed!! I can't wait to go back!

[@rrad3926]

I did a short trip through the Prescott National Forest. It was nothing like this, but it was quite beautiful. I always found it fun to drive to Crown King as well. Took a wrong turn last time and wound up somewhere completely unexpected. Made for a great trip!

[@alexanderweaver9182]

Thank you, Brad! I love Sedona and I would move there ina heartbeat. My wife wants to live ona beach in Florida. I love the mountains. My favorite motorcycle ride is Highway 89 and 89A, from Prescott to Flagstaff.

[@markgueren9633]

WOW!! AMAZING video!!! great to see your son at the wheel!!! I bet he can't wait to get his in the trails!!! thanks for sharing !! I'd love to get out west at some point! but at least you provide these great vids!! keep em coming!!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! The boys are itching to get the XJ on the trail so they can drive solo!

[@elchile007]

It’s amazing seeing your adventures with all the jeeps going through trails. Keep doing more vids.

[@dubzach619]

luv lil big jeep bangin it up the hill....lil muffler action no biggy its a jeep wen it breaks upgrade...looks lika good wheelin group good vid....im peanut butter and jealous

[@TrailRecon]

Little Big Jeep knows how to get it done!

[@ProjectXJ]

I used to live in Flagstaff so I made it down to Sedona a few times just to run these trails. They are a lot of fun!

[@TrailRecon]

I'm trying to find an excuse to go back!

[@ProjectXJ]

If you do let me know and I could join you in my XJ. Maybe show you a few other trails in AZ! Great videos.

[@jasonchappelear6963]

Great video Brad, thanks for letting us tag along on your awesome adventure.

[@TrailRecon]

You guys are the ones that made this journey so amazing! Thanks!

[@AREyouAFRAIDofTHEdark1]

This is one of my favorite videos of yours. I'm from PA and part of my bucket list entails going out west and hitting up Glamis and some of the trails out west. Since seeing this video, I've added Sedona to the list. Hopefully I can get out there in the next few years!

[@TrailRecon]

It's one of my favorite trips for sure and I put more hours in to making this video over any other.... it was a great trip and cannot wait to go back!

[@scottsadventures7707]

another great video, nice rigs sweet trails what more could a jeeper want. keep them coming.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! Will do!

[@thewombat9025]

The yellow accents on that White JKU are SHARP!

[@TrailRecon]

It's a very well built Jeep!

[@lifetimeofwork]

Great video! Fond memories of Sedona. I completed Powerline in a rwd Ford Transit cargo van. 2.5" lift, high clearance shock mounts, 30" KO2s, rear elocker. Beautiful trail, some inclines, but pretty easy other than the steep rock ledges right at one end of it. Stacked rocks for ages there.

[@JohnnyWest1994]

Great video. Probably my favorite one of yours to date.

[@TrailRecon]

Right on! Thank you!

[@caryrichardson338]

Just finishing up breakfast at the Coffee Pot. Amazing place! Thanks Brad 😉

[@leelizardwilcox6271]

Sedona is Definitely on my Bucket list.

[@bryanthornton6787]

Nice video of what looked liked a great adventure!

[@mikerobbins5049]

I really enjoyed the video.....we too did Sedona trails a few years back. Loved the trails and the scenery. Went from there up to Moab (more trails ) then back to KY through Ouray (yes, more trails). We always wind up heading home thru Moab and Ouray but try to find trails everywhere we go even if its just more of a gravel road over the mountain. Heading to Nevada this year...

[@snicky35]

Brad looks like you had an awesome time. Glad to see you weren't rained out. I wouldn't want to be behind the guy in the yellow jeep with the cross between a psychedelic led light show and two light sabers. That would drive me nuts, especially at night. :0)

[@TrailRecon]

We were a little worried about the weather, but everything worked out. Charlie always runs tail for the club, so not too many folks get to see his light show! LOL! Thanks!

[@jasonhall10]

Great video, thanks for posting it. Drones sure are making for more cinematic movies here on KZbin. I'm really looking forward to seeing more of your Project Cherokee videos. As a guy newly interested in offroading/overlanding I think I can learn a lot here.

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks, I love using the drone when I can. More videos on Project XJ Overland to come soon.

[@TerryPitman]

Great trail ride, and really interesting ruins, thanks.

[@dominicracca6955]

I own some land out in AZ but I live in WA. I cant wait till I can get there to join in all the fun! Seeing this makes me want to be there even more than I already do!! Great vid!

[@TrailRecon]

I can't wait to go back to Sedona, some amazing wheeling out there... your a lucky to have land out there. Thanks!

[@ramiromontoya9357]

Very nice to see that stock Rubicon getting down!

[@bassage13]

You don't need giant tires or a big lift to do this one. I did Broken Arrow with a stock 4Runner. Not the Pro model, so no lift. Devil's staircase gave me a few scrapes on my front skid plate, but that's all. It was pretty scary in a few parts, but turned out fine.

[@dustykatz2744]

Loved your video, describing several trails, very helpful. Thanks

[@stevepowsinger733]

This plays like a Jeep ad but I guess this is what Jeep owners imagine when they buy one. I have evaluated Jeeps and I notice only a special model is actually off-road worthy. Some of these Jeeps look modified. I would buy a Jeep but they are expensive and aren’t the best riding cars. Nice vid. I see how the mud defeats the tire tread design. First visit.

[@danielbarrettii1410]

Great video Recon on

[@timcristman572]

Have done these trails before and are memorable. Going again in 30 days

[@tomstarcevich1147]

awesome great scenery great camera work fun to watch

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@mountainbiker6098]

All i have to say is your videos are so cool ! i might have to join the club and get my hard rock dirty.

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks you, really appreciate the complement and absolutely, you need to get that hard rock dirty!

[@dragonquestbarrios1092]

Brad thank you for taking us on a great adventure. Makes my day more interesting. I would love to be there..

[@CBR600_Dad]

Awesome video your camera and editing skills are amazing! much better then million sub channels

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you, really appreciate it!

[@carlospereyra1865]

Great video Brad! Thank you for making it happen 👍👍👍

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks for helping make it an awesome weekend!

[@OffTheLens]

dude i wish i would have seen this video awhile back, me and my lady took our 2016 rubicon rig to sedona, we went to schenbly hill only for it to be closed at the gate, we wanted to camp out there but this info video would have made that trip way better, I have to go back to broken arrow. -justin El Paso Texas.

[@ScottyADV]

Can't wait for my trip to Sedona. Thanks for the video.

[@TrailRecon]

You're going to love it!

[@cpopuddlepirate6412]

Great video. I look forward to seeing more on your XJ soon!

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks! XJ lift install video coming soon. The brown truck also just dropped off some more goodies today!

[@TheBeardedJeeper]

Wish we had some jeep badge of honor trails here in NH. I gotta get out there someday and wheel with you guys. Amazing views and looks like a lot of fun! Great video!

[@TrailRecon]

There are lot's of trails out there that I think are badge of honor worthy for sure, hopefully someday they will add more. Thanks!

[@juanotzoy6502]

Beautiful Sedona my favorite place ❤

[@jacobhodges7048]

Great video, would love to see more of this!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@midnightsun2483]

You do a great job Brad with your videos....far better than Discovery channel....lol

[@TrailRecon]

Well I don't know about better than the Discovery channel, but I'll take the complement... thank you!

[@lelandeggleston1041]

I love that Anvil color.

[@rbarber1004]

Looks like y'all had a great time. I PCS to Miramar in June and can't wait to join the club and go on these trail rides

[@TrailRecon]

First, let me just say thanks for your service! We absolutely had a great time. Hope to see you out on a run when you get in town!

[@WTFSoCal]

this is the very reason I bought my JL Rubicon a week ago... We have a time share in sedona at the Hyatt Pinion Point, and we are there a few times a year... The Rubi is gonna open up some doors for use to see things we only talked about before... Im in Mission Viejo, would be great to hook up with you and Ovrland for some tips tricks and talk... Im new to the Jeep thing... Thanks again for the great vids Brad. John... aka Socal.

[@joeyrt100]

SDJC family rocks... hi Joe and Brad

[@tinachang2657]

Cool video. Thanks for sharing your adventure!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it!

[@joerodriguez1797]

LITTLE BIG JEEP 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@benfrausto7699]

Back way to crown king and terminator are some pretty gnarly trails if you're looking for a challenge!

[@TrailRecon]

I am looking forward to getting back to Sedona, there are several trails out there I still want to explore. I'll have to add those to my list, thanks!

[@thebrucechannel8061]

Schnebly Hill is an excellent trail, they close it during certain months about halfway between Sedona and Flagstaff because of inclement weather.

[@travelclimb]

That hood at 3:04 is sick!!!

[@Moondoggy1941]

Slide Rock at Oak Creek Canyon is a good place for a picnic if you can get in.

[@masont2544]

awesome video! getting a jeep soon your videos have been real informative for me and fun to watch!

[@TrailRecon]

You'll love having a Jeep... so many new adventures you can take!

[@snovak65]

Awesome video looked fun!

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks, its as a blast!

[@rogue109]

That was fantastic, your best yet! Thanks so much for sharing that! I have a friend who lives in Tucson AZ and I'm trying to talk him into doing these with me. I drive down and he drives up, that sort of thing. I'd love to see those ruins.

[@TrailRecon]

We thought the ruins was going to be a quick stop, but once we got there and saw how amazing it was, we decided to spend some time there... magnificent. Thanks!

[@recon20671]

Awesome rigs.

[@TrailRecon]

Agree... some nicely modified Jeeps in our group.

[@janescott3805]

FYI-As you saw Pink Jeep tours uses Broken Arrow a lot. The Steps at the end are marked one way down. If traffic is light and you use a spotter at the top then you can go up them. Also, as of March 2017, Soldier Pass will be closed. Only one Jeep tour and 12 public jeeps per day with permits from the Forest Service (system to be set up and permits issued by late 2017) will be permitted.

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks for the info.... sounds like I need to make another trip back before March!

[@onawhim7737]

Great video! This is in my backyard and hope to get there soon. Love your channel, some of the best local 4 wheelin I've seen. Great stuff!

[@BijanIzadi]

Wow! Love this video, I didnt have my jeep for my 6 years in San Diego, but I’m pretty sure I might when I come back! Learning the manual JK U is going great, a lotta fun

[@RockyXTV]

Amazing! Great video as always!!!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@erwmlw]

This is great and nothing against Jeeps but we plan on doing this in a X3 Can Am

[@demtomutombo1811]

LOVED

[@deere3321]

Awesome video! Were heading out from Indiana the first week in March towing our full sized Polaris ranger for some trail riding. This looks like a good area to start.

[@hirosiereberger]

some of your best work!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you, I really appreciate that!

[@christophermartinez5314]

Great off roading

[@socaloutdoors7355]

Awesome vid! Probably one of the best at showing the aspect of "wheel'n"...Superbly edited, well put together. New Sub from this vid alone.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you and welcome to the channel!

[@PotatoeChipz]

hopefully these routes aren't too much for our 4runner. swapped out the all terrains for street tires just in case we run into some wranglers next week.

[@BKAGOSTO]

Man you guys have a great Jeep club. Wish I lived out by you guys.

[@TrailRecon]

We truly do have some amazing people in our club and good people are what make a trail adventure great!

[@thomasstevens4622]

Loved this trip

[@smokin4136]

AWSOME TIMES !!!!

[@broncoKING24]

You have amazing videos that I love to watch, keep up the good work!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you so much!!

[@lukerutherford]

Nice video! Love Sedona.

[@steel0ne1]

Yeah I did this June 2021 in my full size Chevy 4x4,,

[@westernjeep4015]

On our way... Excellent vid!

[@julieheyer9240]

Love this video! I just bought a new ‘17 rubicon and can’t wait to get up to Sedona and try it out! Thank you!

[@johancardenas2346]

great video like always!!!

[@crazyt8781]

wow grate video.

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@howardmorris7949]

Great video....

[@perronse]

Good job !

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you!

[@08pileggi]

Awesome video brother!! Wouldn't mind see if a video walk around if the all white jeep! That thing looked like a monster, definitely had a cool in good light mount

[@TrailRecon]

Thanks! I'll have to talk to him and set something up.... it's a great looking Jeep!

[@08pileggi]

That would be awesome!

[@amtrobia]

Great video!! It's such a beautiful place. I was there last year!

[@TrailRecon]

Thank you! Very beautiful place!!

[@zxtuner4lyfe]

love the jeep groans. those are growing pains lol

[@TrailRecon]

Some of my favorite sounds!