Doney Mountain

Explore Doney Mountain Trail with your Dog

Quick Facts

Location:

Five miles from the Wupatki Visitor Center along Sunset Crater Wupatki Loop Rd. (FS545)

Significance:

This is one of over 600 volcanic eruptions within the San Francisco Volcanic Field. It is approximately 100,000 years old.

MANAGED BY:

United States Forest Service

Amenities

9 listed

Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Parking - Auto, Pets Allowed, Picnic Table, Restroom - Accessible, Scenic View/Photo Spot, Toilet - Vault/Composting, Trailhead, Trash/Litter Receptacles

Doney Mountain Picnic Area

Pull up to this picnic area for good views of Doney Mountain and the start of the Doney Mountain hike. Click here to learn more about the Doney Mountain Picnic Area on the Coconinio Forest Service's webpage.

Doney Mountain Hiking Trail

This 1.6-mile (2.6km) hike up the Doney Mountain Trail starts at the Doney Mountain Picnic Area. Enjoy a snack at the top where there is a bench to take in the views. 

Click here to learn more about this hike on the Coconinio Forest Service's webpage.

Difficulty: Moderate to Strenuous, loose cinder rocks along trail.