Sedona's City Council meeting on June 25, 2025, highlighted the impressive success of the Trailhead Shuttle, a service launched to alleviate traffic congestion and parking issues around popular trailheads. Since its implementation in 2022, the shuttle has achieved a remarkable milestone of one million boardings as of March this year, demonstrating its popularity among both residents and visitors.

The shuttle operates four routes from three park-and-ride lots, providing access to five key trailheads. The Bowstring lot, serving Cathedral Rock and Little Horse, has seen the highest usage. Year-to-date boardings have reached approximately 324,516, marking a 3.2% increase compared to the previous year and a significant 19.2% rise from the first full year of service.

Despite the overall success, some fluctuations in ridership were noted, particularly in May. Council members discussed these variations, attributing them to factors such as weather and seasonal trends. Amber, a council member, emphasized the importance of understanding these patterns as they continue to monitor the service's performance.

In addition to the Trailhead Shuttle, the council acknowledged the need for a more flexible transit option focused on residents' daily needs. This led to the introduction of the Connect service, a micro-transit on-demand service set to launch in August, aimed at reducing vehicle trips on Sedona's roadways.

The discussions underscored Sedona's commitment to enhancing mobility and addressing environmental impacts while catering to the needs of its community. As these services evolve, the council anticipates further improvements in local transit options.