Good to know
- Tickets
- Free access
- Time needed
- 2 to 4 hours
- Best time
- Spring and fall mornings
- Getting there
- Drive south from Sedona on AZ-179 to the Bell Rock parking area
Itineraries with Courthouse Butte
Courthouse Butte is on day 1
Day 1 of Grand Canyon & Sedona
Red rock country
How Courthouse Butte fits into a day.- 8:00Bell RockVillage of Oak Creek
- 10:00Courthouse Butte LoopVillage of Oak Creek
- 13:30Chapel of the Holy CrossSedona
- 18:00Airport MesaSedona
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Courthouse Butte questions
Is Courthouse Butte open year round?
The site remains accessible daily. Snow or monsoon flooding can close access roads temporarily.
How difficult is the hike around Courthouse Butte?
The main loop is moderate with some rocky sections. Allow extra time for heat and elevation changes.
Can I climb Courthouse Butte?
Technical climbing is not permitted on the butte itself. Stick to established trails around the base.
