Fay is a short box canyon containing a large red rock arch, a seasonal stream, and a collection of desert plants typical of the lower elevations around Sedona.
A narrower, cairned trail forks off to the right after 0.6 miles and climbs quite steeply to the base of Fay Canyon Arch, 200 feet up on the east side of the canyon, made of richly colored orange-red Schnebly Hill sandstone. The arch has formed parallel to the taller cliffs just behind so is not obvious until quite close, though it can be seen from the valley floor.
By going left and climbing up you can follow a path to the end of the canyon. This requires some slab walking and is hot and exposed.
