Premium bike rentals in the heart of Sedona! Thunder Mountain has the widest range of killer bikes and gear in Sedona, from basic Trek mountain bikes all the way up to top-shelf carbon full suspension mountain bikes from Ibis, Evil, Revel, Santa Cruz and more. The bicycle-loving staff have ridden every inch of trail in town numerous times, and are stoked to share their Sedona trail knowledge, provide updated mountain bike maps, bike service, and all the parts & accessories to keep you rocking Sedona's world-class trails! read more
Guided Mountain Bike Tours in Sedona with Tips for Red Rock Riding
Guided tours of the iconic Sedona red rock, with tips on how to improve your game on the World's Best Trails! The Sedona Mountain Bike Academy offers personalized, guided mountain bike tours and lessons designed and conducted on Sedona’s iconic singletrack and headed by a premier team of certified mountain bike guides and instructors. Whether it’s your first time on a mountain bike or you are an advanced rider, SMBA has an custom adventure for you. read more
Shred the red with Sedona Bike & Bean in Oak Creek Village. Serving all riders from beginners to seasoned pros with some of the best trails in the world right out of their back door (literally)! Rent one of Bike & Bean's Kona, Niner or Santa Cruz bikes set up for the best Sedona experience, fuel up with a house-made latte as they share local trail information, and make your Sedona adventure one to remember!read more
Pros | Cons |
Easy to get to from Phoenix | Very hot for summer riding |
Shoulder season mecca | Very touristy, think pink jeep tours. Just pass them while you bike and wave |
Free camping | Lots of noisy ATVs |
Lots of trails for the advanced to the expert rider to test out their skills |
Sedona is considered by many one of the most beautiful places in America to visit. Geographically, Sedona rests in a transition zone between the Colorado Plateau and Upper Sonoran Desert. This sacred and powerful place is home to several spiritual energy vortexes, as well as an extensive trail system with unparalleled options for mountain biking and hiking. Sedona offers astounding red rock vistas and is a perfect destination for the off-season months when the rest of the country’s trails are covered in snow.
Sedona has so many incredible trails for mountain biking – mainly in the Intermediate/Advanced category, but some beginner-friendly options exist. Sedona mountain bike trails are broken up into 5 main riding areas:
For more Sedona mountain bike trail recommendations, check out our 6 best intermediate rides in Sedona article.
Looking for a local to guide you to the best Sedona mountain bike trails, or help you brush up on your mtb skills?