Trail Overview

East Buzzard Ridge trail (FS RD 792) is a scenic point-to-point trail under the Ponderosa pines of the Coconino National Forest northwest of Sedona, AZ. The trail, which can be accessed by most vehicles, does not offer much as far as technicality, but does offer several viewpoints of the surrounding Oak Creek Canyon, which is beautiful, and views of the San Francisco peaks in the distance. This area makes for a nice escape from the desert heat during the summer as the ridges lie at nearly 7000 feet of elevation. However, the route may be impassable come winter due to snow. Wildlife is abundant in the area. You'll likely see mule deer, elk, squirrels, birds, and maybe even a bear sighting. Cows also roam the area so be on the lookout. Mobile service is spotty at best. As always, be a steward of our public lands and national forests; observe Tread Lightly! and Leave No Trace principles and have fun.

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Difficulty

Although it is not maintained regularly, this trail is an easy, single lane dirt route with a couple mud puddles along the way. Recent rain, or forecasted rain, will make the route muddy. Trail is not maintained after snow.

Technical Rating

Chuck L

Jul 23, 2025

Open

The trail has a few Rocky areas to navigate, but nothing too spicy. Nice Forest Road driving, in the woods until the east/west split, then kind of a mix until you get to the end of the east side. Man, the vuwrs are pretty darn good on this side. There is a camping area right at the end and then also about 100 ft before the end on the left