The West Fork of Oak Creek Trail in Coconino National Forest near Sedona winds upstream through a narrow canyon with multiple seasonal waterfalls and deeper pools, crossing the creek several times along the way. It is one of the most popular hiking trails in Arizona.
Its water comes from West Fork Oak Creek. It lies in Coconino, Arizona. The site is on public land managed by Coconino National Forest.
This is a moderate hike waterfall: a longer day hike, roughly one to several miles each way. Reaching it takes a moderate walk, so budget time and pack water before you set out. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 6.75 miles round trip. The nearest town is Sedona.
When to go: spring. Water volume swings with the seasons here, strongest after snowmelt or rain and lowest in late summer, so check recent streamflow before you go.
