We took the Schnebly Hill rd exit in downtown Sedona. We decided not to take the I-17 route because we wanted an off-roaring experience. The I-17 route and the Sedona route both lead to the Schnebly hill vista outlook. The Sedona route is SUPER BUMPY! We’re in a Ford Raptor and it took close to an hour or more to get to the top. If you take the 1-17 route you’ll get to the outlook in 15-20 min. Any suv and most cars can make the 1-17 route, but it gets bumpy the last .5 mile or so.
Pros of the Sedona route: Beautiful drive through Sedona, awesome views of Sedona on the way up. Extreme trail if you’re looking to go off-roading.
Pros of I-17 route: Smooth dirt roads, pine forest, faster route once you’re on Schnebly Hill rd. Most cars and SUVs can make the drive.
Camping is not allowed at the vista outlook. We found a few fire pits about a half mile away from the sign where we set up camp. No views from the campsite but the outlook was a short walk away.
