Midgley Bridge Observation Site
This is a popular picnic site at the mouth of Oak Creek Canyon just north of Sedona. This site offers beautiful views of Mitten Ridge and the surrounding red rock landscape. It is the trailhead for these hiking trails:
- Wilson Canyon
- Wilson Mountain
- Huckaby
Jim Thompson Trail and the Allens Bend Trail can be accessed from Huckaby Trail. There are three picnic tables and toilets available here. Parking may be a problem due to congestion.
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General Information
Red Rock Pass or America the Beautiful Pass required.
Do not walk out onto the bridge.
Pets must be leashed or controlled at all times.
Address: 8375 State Route 179, Sedona, AZ 86351
Phone: 928-203-2900
Hours: Wednesday 12 p.m.-4:30 p.m. All other days, open 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.Cof_Webmail@usda.gov
Getting There
Latitude / Longitude
Latitude: 34.88548
Longitude: -111.74152
Elevation
4,357 ft.
Directions
Location: Approximately 2 miles north of Sedona on U.S. Highway 89A at the beginning of Oak Creek Canyon.
GPS (Map): 34°53'07.6"N 111°44'29.6"W
Parking
Limited parking is available at this very popular site. DO NOT park alongside the road in restricted areas.
Facility and Amenity Information
Water
Potable water is not available at this site.
Picnic Tables
Picnic tables are available at this site.
Horse/Pack Animal Information
Horse/Pack animals are not allowed at this site.
