The full Turkey Creek Trail System is anticipated to be completed in the Spring of 2028. The build started in the Fall of 2025 with the completion of Del Sol. To read about the full Trail System, click here . To hear from trail users excited about the new system, click here.

The Build Plans for Turkey Creek Phase II (trails highlighted in Yellow on the map above are part of the Phase II build plans):

IN PROGRESS

Hyena - 0.9 miles. Work started after 3rd Rock. First volunteer TW was 1/16/26, and on 1/24/26 the majority of the tread was completed. 1/30/25 many rock work projects were tackled.

There are three major rock projects remaining that are being tackled through February/March by the Red Rock Trail Crew for a target completion of mid-March to early/April.

Hyena is a newly constructed Black/Blue-level trail that flows across a slickrock bench and side slope. Designed for durability and long-term use, it offers fun, scenic riding and hiking and strengthens overall system connectivity. 

To see the building in progress: January 16, January 24 and January 30th

Upside Dawn - 4.1 miles (prior names: Verde Ascent - 0.75 miles / Skidmark Scanner - 1.2 miles / Upside Dawn - 1.2 miles / Upside Dawn Beyond - 1.4 miles will all be named Upside Dawn - 4.1 total miles).

ACE crews are focused on this trail, they started mid-January. ACE crews and the Red Rock Trail Crew are tackling the beginning of Upside Dawn (from the Lion King junction), and the terrain has multiple wash crossings making the build labor intensive on this end. We've completed 1 mile of trail as of 2/7/26.

Upside Dawn is new construction that offers exposed slickrock with dramatic views, echoing the iconic feel of Hogs and Hiline. Designed for sustainability, it provides a memorable Sedona riding and hiking experience while protecting the surrounding landscape.

Upside Dawn Beyond is a portion of Upside Dawn that is also new construction that follows the southern edge of the system, featuring exposed slickrock and a spicier blue-to-black  experience. As a primary access route to major descents, it mirrors the iconic feel of Hiline and Transept with long-term durability in mind.

To see the building in progress: February 21

Longshot (formerly Turkey Creek Alt.) – ~1.1 mile. First volunteer TW was 2/21/26, and the majority of the new tread was established.

An intermediate connector off the Turkey Creek Trail that enhances network connectivity and unlocks new slickrock riding and hiking opportunities. The project adopts an existing user-created route and constructs a new segment to shift use onto more resilient terrain, routing away from archaeological sites and sensitive soils. These improvements increase sustainability while elevating the overall trail experience.

To see the building in progress: February 21

UPCOMING:

Rodeo - 0.34 mi (when fully completed) | -203’. Partially completed with 3rd Rock. Target completion Spring 2026. Work is planned to resume in March.

Rodeo Trail is a short but sweet, bike-optimized directional descent that packs a lot into a compact line. Just 0.34 miles long with 203 feet of elevation loss, it features steeper grades, large-radius corners, a few jumps, select tech moves, and excellent slickrock features.

Rodeo provides a grand-finale descent for riders heading northbound on Third Rock Trail, finishing directly onto Del Sol Trail. Approximately half of the trail is built as of the early 2025/26 winter season, with full completion planned later this build season.

Open to hikers and downhill bike traffic; due to bike-optimized design and higher downhill speeds, hikers and uphill riders are encouraged to stay on Third Rock Trail to Del Sol.

Lion King - 0.75 miles. 

Lion King is an existing up and down traverse followed by a steep, technical descent that will be enhanced through trail adoption and strategic reroutes. Inspired by the back side of Hiline, it offers a bold, high-consequence experience built to last.

Giddy Up - ~0.5 miles

User-created trail adoption with targeted realignments to improve sustainability and flow. Giddy Up links Turkey Creek/Longshot to Del Sol through the saddle between School Bell Rock and Napoleon’s Tomb, consolidating social routes into a single durable alignment. The connection expands access to slickrock terrain while reducing impacts to surrounding soils and vegetation.

Pony Up – ~0.25 mile

Adoption of an existing route that provides a direct connection from Longshot to the Upside Dawn–Lion King–Hyena junction. This connector formalizes a heavily used desire line, improving wayfinding and network cohesion while steering use onto a maintainable, sustainable tread.

Pedal Up – ~0.25 mile

New construction of a bicycle-optimized climbing route connecting Longshot to Upside Dawn just east of the Upside Dawn/Lion King/Hyena intersection. Designed with sustainable grades and rolling sightlines, the trail offers a purpose-built ascent that protects fall-line terrain from further degradation. Not recommended for equestrians, as it accesses a portion of Upside Dawn not designed or managed for horse use.

South and West Verde Valley School connectors - 0.3 miles

COMPLETED:

Third Rock - (S → N): 1.8 mi | +259’ | -207’. Completed January 15th, 2026.

Third Rock is to Del Sol as Made in the Shade is to Slim Shady. Third Rock is newly constructed solid Blue/Black Trail with incredible views and thoughful features.

Third Rock runs on a higher bench above Del Sol, stacking bigger views with that same satisfying rhythm. Expect flowy corners, slickrock features, and punchier tech that gradually ramps up as you go, with a few short cruxy bits that will keep you honest. 

To see the building in progress: November 14th and November 7th and the opening day!

Sedona Red Rock Trail fund is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit Organization and an Official Partner of the US Forest Service Red Rock Ranger District.