Feeling on top of the world is as easy as hiking the Doe Mountain Trail in Arizona. Featuring stairsteps that ascend over 500 feet, this scenic adventure makes you feel like you’re climbing straight into the clouds. The 360-degree views are simply breathtaking and you may never want to come back down.

If you're looking to get acquainted with a side of Arizona you've never seen before, make plans to hike the Doe Mountain Trail in the Coconino National Forest.
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Spanning just 1.5 miles, this moderate trail has an elevation gain of just over 500 feet, offering 360-degree views of Sedona's iconic red rock landscape.
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While a fair amount of rock scrambling is required, a series of man-made steps help you find your footing.
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The stairs are made from either wooden planks or rocks and they make the ascent seem a lot less steep.
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It's as if you're hiking into the clouds, a feeling reaffirmed by the sweeping panoramic vistas waiting for you at the summit. You'll be at eye level with the surrounding mountaintops and it's a truly incredible experience.
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Since the trail is so short (it only takes about 20 minutes to reach the peak!) you'll have plenty of time to soak up the views. Perhaps you'll even want to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy before hiking back down!
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The sunrises and sunsets here are too beautiful for words, so if we had to recommend a particular time, it would be dawn or dusk.
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There's nothing more refreshing than time in nature and the Doe Mountain Trail in Arizona is the perfect opportunity to get your fix. It's short, not too difficult, and provides stunning views every step of the way.
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Have you ever hiked into the clouds on the Doe Mountain Trail in Arizona? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience. Tell us in the comments! Don’t forget to check out our previous article for another staircase hike in Arizona that will make you feel on top of the world.

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Doe Mountain Trail, Doe Mountain, Sedona, AZ 86336, USA