When hiking in July, I find it best to start early in the morning.
Before sunrise.
It is plenty light, then I get to see the sun illuminate the rock formations as it comes up.
Starting on the Courthouse Butte trail, we see Courthouse Butte, of course, and also Bell Rock, Baby Bell, and Cathedral Rock in the distance. Then we climb another mound and see Bunny Ears in the distance.
There is nothing like being in Nature to start a wonderful day!
Please comment below if you have been on these trails in Sedona, and your experience.