Sunday Scramble: Arizona Hot Spring

For this Sunday's adventure, we're heading to Arizona Hot Springs for a strenuous and rewarding desert hike through the rugged canyons of Lake Mead National Recreation Area! Expect towering canyon walls, winding desert washes, rocky scrambles, and spectacular sandstone scenery as we make our way toward one of the region's most unique natural hot springs.

Our journey takes us deep into a narrow canyon, where we'll discover natural hot spring pools tucked between towering rock walls. We'll have time to relax, soak in the warm mineral water, and enjoy the incredible desert surroundings before tackling the return hike. With a mix of adventure, beautiful landscapes, and a well-earned soak, this is a fantastic way to explore the desert!

⚠️ STRENUOUS | Class 1–2 Hiking/Scrambling | ~4.9mi | ~967ft gain
AllTrails Route Information Here

📸 WHAT TO EXPECT
A challenging desert hike at a RELAXED pace, stopping for frequent breaks and photos. Expect sandy washes, uneven rocky terrain, occasional hands-on scrambling, and a sustained uphill return. We'll spend some time enjoying the hot springs before heading back. As a photographer, I will also coordinate some group photos.

Hot springs safety: Test water temperatures before entering, as some pools can be extremely hot. Avoid submerging your head in untreated hot spring water due to the risk of infection.

💡 PRO TIP: Start hydrating before you hit the trail. Drinking 8–16 oz of water with electrolytes about an hour beforehand can help your body stay ahead of the heat rather than trying to catch up once you're already dehydrated.

💥 WHAT IS SCRAMBLING?
Scrambling sits between hiking and climbing, involving hands-on movement over rocky terrain.

• Class 1 Hiking – Established trails and straightforward walking terrain.
• Class 2 Scrambling – Steep or rocky terrain requiring occasional hand use for balance.

🚗 CARPOOL MEETUP @ 6:30 AM
We'll meet at a Walmart in Henderson at 6:30 AM, departing promptly at 6:40 AM for the Arizona Hot Springs trailhead parking lot. We'll aim to begin hiking ~7:20 AM. Those driving separately can meet us directly at the Arizona Hot Springs trailhead parking lot.

WHAT TO BRING

• 🥾 Proper hiking shoes with good traction
• 💧 2–3 liters of water
• 🍎 Snacks
• 🧢 Dress in layers for cool morning temperatures
• 🩱 Swimsuit and towel for the hot springs
• 🧥 Dry clothes or a warm layer for after soaking
• 🧤 Gloves (optional for rocky sections)

If you have any questions at all, feel free to reach out.
Let’s go make some memories! 🏜️🔥

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URBAN TRAILS LIABILITY DISCLAIMER AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK:
By registering for and participating in this Urban Trails event, you acknowledge that you are voluntarily participating in an outdoor activity that involves inherent risks including, but not limited to: slips, falls, uneven terrain, loose rock, rockfall, water crossings, ice, snow, scrambling, wildlife, environmental exposure, and changing weather conditions, any of which may result in serious injury, illness, or death.

You understand that Urban Trails and its event hosts and volunteers (including but not limited to Nicholas Klein) are not providing professional guiding services, and that all participants are responsible for their own safety, route decisions, equipment, and level of participation. You understand that you may choose to opt out of any portion of the hike at any time.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation and agree to release, waive, and discharge Urban Trails and its hosts and volunteers from any and all liability for injury, damage, loss, or claims arising from participation in this event, including claims arising from the ordinary negligence of Urban Trails or its hosts and volunteers.

By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Liability Waiver & Assumption of Risk and voluntarily choose to participate.

In addition to the electronic liability waiver above, all participants are required to sign a written liability waiver at the meetup location prior to participating in the event. Participants who do not sign the written waiver will not be permitted to join the hike.