It’s also a good idea to find a place to rest your sore feet afterward. This is NOT your average day hike and should be one you prepare for well in advance to avoid altitude sickness. This hike on average takes most hikers between 5-8 hours to get from trailhead to top and back down. You can stop at the lock box at the top and sign your name to be added to the list of the handful of people who have high-pointed Arizona. As you reach the top of Humphreys Peak you will be able to have 360 degree views of the surrounding area making the trip well worth it. This trail is best to do with other hikers as the conditions can be severe the further you get up the mountain. Be prepared to take your time up and down the mountain to avoid slipping and falling. The climb is extremely difficult in some areas as the snow and ice can be up to your waist above 10,000 feet.
You will need a permit during this time of year to summit Humphreys Peak as the time needed to climb up and down is more than you would need in the summer months. Some parts of the trail are very narrow you will need to keep an eye out for other hikers and make room as needed.ĭuring the snow season, you can expect tons of ice and snow.
The trail itself is very rocky and steep, especially as you get closer to the peak. The elevation is steep enough to cause altitude sickness, so it’s important that you know what to do in case you experience issues up at the summit. Hiking to Humphreys Peak is not for beginners or moderate hikers.
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Fee/Permit: FREE permits (during snow season) can be obtained Saturdays and Sundays at Agassiz Lodge.Accessibility: Plenty of parking in the day parking lot.Trail Type: Boulder & Rocks (summer), Snow & Ice (winter).It’s important to check the weather before deciding to hike here as the winds and inclement weather can turn a nice hike into a scary trip. During the winter season, hikers can expect snow and ice as they ascend up the mountain. The steep inclines of this hike make hiking poles a necessity, especially during the snow season.ĭuring the warmer months, the trail is mostly dirt and boulders making it a quick climb up. Hikers should expect fallen trees and obstacles along the way up as the heavy winds often bring down vegetation and rocks. To get to the very top, hikers should expect about 10 miles out and back before returning to the parking lot. If high-pointing Arizona is on your bucket list, then Humphreys Peak is the trail for you! The trail leading to Humphreys Peak begins in the Snowbowl parking lot and ascends 3,343 feet up to a total elevation of 12,635 feet.
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