Humphreys Peak, AZ

Communication around preparations, meetup location, carpooling, and lodging or camping arrangements will be handled privately through Liz & Paul in person, via text and/or email.

This trip will be limited in size, and everyone must participate in the summer Charleston training series hosted by Liz in June, July, and August to demonstrate their ability to safely complete Humphreys Peak.

CHECKLIST:

1. Please thoroughly read the trip details & hike statistics. If you’re IN, then…
2. RSVP to get yourself on the Waitlist - refer to comment about participating in the Charleston training series.
3. Secure your lodging; accommodation suggestions listed below.
4. Text Liz 702-496-2455 with confirmation of your lodging.
5. Please provide me with your cell # and email address.
6. Move to Going List - again, refer to comment about participating in the Charleston training series. 😉
7. We'll arrange carpools closer to the trip start date.

TRIP DETAILS:
📌This is a 3-day trip to Arizona. We'll be hiking to Humphreys Peak - the highest point in the Kachina Peaks Wilderness, as well as the highest point in the state of Arizona. It has one of the most scenic viewpoints in the San Francisco Peaks, and on a clear day, hikers can see the Grand Canyon from the summit.

Humphreys Peak Trail

HIKE QUICK STATS:

• Distance: ≈10 miles (out & back)
• Elevation: 12,635 ft
• Elevation gain: ≈3,800 ft
• Class: 1
• Exposure: None
• Difficulty: Extremely strenuous at high altitude
• Pace: Moderate-to-fast w/ limited breaks
• Duration: 6-8 hrs

ACCOMMODATION SUGGESTIONS:
Paul secured an Airbnb; if you're interested in those details, please speak with one of us directly. Otherwise, you'll need to secure your own lodging.

GEAR:

• Hiking boots or trail shoes are required
• Trekking poles are optional but highly recommended
• 2-3L of water, sun protection, snacks & electrolytes
• Carry rain gear, a windbreaker, warm gloves, a warm hat, and a cover for your pack

DISCLAIMER:
Please be aware that your Meetup organizers are not tour guides and are not park rangers. Expect the same risks and take the same precautions you would take if you were hiking alone. You are solely responsible for your own safety and well-being. By signing up for and/or attending this Meetup event, you acknowledge, understand, accept, and agree that hiking and other outdoor activities can be dangerous and can cause serious bodily injury and possibly death. The organizers of this group and current and former members cannot be held responsible or liable in any way for the actions of any participant - including you - at any event. All attendees participate at an event at their own risk and are solely responsible for any damage to their property, and/or any injury to themselves or their guests. By signing up for this event, you affirm that you understand this disclaimer, and that you knowingly and voluntarily agree not to bring any type of claim arising out of or related to this Meetup event against the organizers of this Meetup group.