Humphreys Peak - Highest point in Arizona!

This is a part of the 10-day long Arizona Trip that I am planning (https://www.meetup.com/nycmobsters/events/233620556/). You can join either for a part or the entire length of the trip, depending on your schedule.

Humphreys Peak - 12,633'

Trailhead Coordinates: 35.331131, -111.711597

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The Humphreys Trail starts at the Arizona Snow Bowl. This is the standard approach. The trail is very well marked until you reach the saddle.

The first 3 miles the trail gradually climbs the mountain, then the last 1.75 miles it gets steeper and more difficult. After the saddle, the trail can be hard to find at spots near the top. There are posts added on the last 0.75 to help mark the trail. If you loose the trail look for the posts.

It is very rocky and loose above 12,000 feet. The trail ascends 3 false summits before reaching the true summit. The trail is moderate to difficult, but anybody in some sort of shape can make it if you don't have any problems with elevation sickness.

Total mileage: ~4.75 miles each way totaling 9.5 miles round trip.

Elevation gain: 3,313 feet

Getting There:

Arizona Snow Bowl-Humphreys Peak Trail head

Trailhead Coordinates: 35.331131, -111.711597

From Flagstaff take US 180 going to the Grand Canyon. Turn Right on Snow Bowl Road. Snowbowl Road is about 7 miles outside of Flagstaff. Continue up the snow bowl Road for 7 miles. The trail head is below skiing area at a dirt parking lot.

This is the standard approach. It's very busy on weekends, more than 100 people can be on this trail. This is the easiest way to climb Humpherys Peak.

Lodging: We will camp at Freidlein Prairie Dispersed Camping, NF-522, Flagstaff, AZ 86001. GPS: 35.293573, -111.702972.

I plan to spend a day exploring Kaibab National Forest and Flagstaff the day before hiking this peak.

Liability Waiver: This is not a guided trip. You are responsible for your own safety. Hiking or outdoor activities have inherent risks. Your participation in our hikes or other events could be dangerous and can result in serious injury, medical emergency, even death. You agree to participate in this event completely at your own risk and to take full responsibility for your own safety and well being, including those of your guests. You also agree that you have these 10 Essentials in your day pack (https://www.meetup.com/nycmobsters/pages/22168045/10_Essentials_for_Your_Day_Pack/) along with any other special gear requirements for this specific hike or activity.

Carpooling spreadsheet (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1ve-jDqEkkbZPCcp_v9USrKb7nUeD0fX3ssKWXd9xcGc/edit?usp=sharing)