My knees were basically liquid by the time I got to the bottom. Not before my legs caught on fire from the steep incline of this 5 mile trail. Some of it is barley a trail, stepping over rocks the size of toddlers and dirt as fine as the powder that my knees have been grounded down to. The view was gorgeous tho.

Nice to get out of Phoenix for a bit.The hike is about 5 miles long to go to the top and another 5 miles to come back with a lot of switch backs.Pushing myself a bit it took about 3 1/4 hours to get to the top and another 3 1/2 hours to come back.Make sure to have a wind breaker with a hoodie. Wind ça be strong on top and weather can change quickly.Went in August and got caught in a hail storm and it got slippery quickly.Also, it is really easy to get dizzy due to the altitude so be careful.I would rate this hike a 4/5 for its difficulty, 5/5 for the view

Ive thru hiked the Weatherford trail, and stopped at the intersection hiked up to the Humphreys peak. Averaged about 1 mile every 45 minutes -1hr. Once we hit the peak, it was all down hill and we averaged about 2-3 mile an hour. Highly recommend it, but it is tough. Took us 2 days and 1 night, and we are from an elevation of 1,000 ft. Another thing to mention is there was no water at the trail (September 12th), so I recommend bring minimum 4 liters for thru hike.

This was a more challanging trail, the altitude made it difficult for us. With that, arriving early or giving yourself more breaks may be best. Parking at snowbowl seemed to be free

Good hard trail... will be harder if you arent fit... has snow all round the year (at least in bits)... temperatures always comfortable... carry multiple layers of clothing... excess of water 5 ltrs... salt sweet snacks and possibly fruits... it was sunny but quite windy up near the peak

Beautiful and challenging trail. I know it says that round trip is approximately 10 miles, but by the time you are done scrambling and zig zagging through rocks and roots you have easily surpassed 10 miles. Also, please wear hiking shoes or boots.

You cant get higher in AZ! Side trip to the B-24 crash site. The trail is well worn, heavily travelled up to the saddle. Saddle to the peak is rocky and difficult due to the lack of O2 at elevation for us low level dwellers! Weekends are busy, weekdays are better.

I am from phoenix and came here to take pictures of my daughter. The scenery is beautiful, spring is the best time to see the flowers. Love to hear the birds chirping threw the trees. Would recommend for anyone trying to escape the heat and have a nature day.

Great trail, easy to follow, not much effort to get to a peak. definitely busy on the weekend.

Words are inadequate to describe the beauty in the Arizona high country, in this particular case the highest country in Arizona. Nature is breathtakingly beautiful, and absolutely deadly and its entirety. Take the terrain and the altitude seriously and enjoy!

If you want to blow your lungs or mind or test yourself this is a great place. The views are stunning at Saddle and above. Start early and try to be back below treeline to avoid monsoon. It is a grind saddle to summit. But it is worth it.

It was unique and very difficult to get the reward of doing it. Great people on the trail

Oh my gosh. I dont even have the words. Its a hard trail for sure, lots of climbing rocks and its so worth it!!! My son and I took our sweet time. 11 hours on the trail. Others were doing it in much less time. Wear boots and take trekking poles, youll need then to come down the mountain

This is a great hike, maybe just a little too busy some weekends. Ive done it several times, and more often than not, youll get hit by a storm on your way down the mountain, so be prepared with rain gear and start early!

Make sure you get acclimated first if youre from phx. Acclimation sickness is real when your going up 12k feet.

Hell of a hike...got there around 710, was a.little crowded but ok. Good workout and challenge and definitely not for beginers if you want to finish

This is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever been on. Constant strange trees, sweeping views, and different bugs. Be warned, though, that it is not an easy hike. If you have never hiked before, I wouldnt make this your first. Know what you are doing and know what the weather will be. Monsoons on the peak have injured or killed hikers.

Be prepared for anything on this mountain. We may be in Arizona but winter weather and storms may come at any time. The trail is well established in the the summer months. Dont let the moderate elevation gain fool you, the effects of the altitude of Arizonas highest peak will catch up to many people. If you are prepared it is a great experience.

I live in Phoenix. The elevation wasnt an issue until I passed the saddle and continued onto Humphreys Peak. Once you enter the forest, its mostly steps and switch backs as you accend the mountain, and not much views (except seeing the snowbowl lift). You then hike higher than the ski lift and a few more tiny switch backs and youre at the saddle. At the saddle there are a few big rocks you can take a rest at and hide from the sun under. it is quite windy here so anyone who is staying behind should bring a windbreaker jacket. This is where my wife stayed while I finished the hike. Go right and you can hike to Agassiz Peak, go left there is a cluster of peaks before you reach Humphreys Peak. Notice theres no apostrophe in Humphreys Peak. The elevation is what made this part difficult, I felt fatigued after going a few minutes and took several catch my breath breaks. Youll also notice the there are a lot of rocks and youll have to keep and eye out for these sticks that have a white marking sticking out of the ground, those are trail markers so follow those. from the saddle it took me about an hour to reach the Peak, and about 35 minutes to get back to the saddle. I couldnt get good signal, enough that I couldnt use Google duo to call my mom or my wife. I just left a badass video voicemail, turned off my phone and waited until I got back into town. You can also see the Grand Canyon as soon as you pass the first peak after the saddle.My wife and I arent speedy hikers either. so it took us about 3 hours going to the saddle, 1 hour to the peak, 35 minutes back down to the saddle, and about 2.5 hours to the parking lot.One thing I forgot to mention is count how many switch backs there are and take a picture of the trail at the trailhead at the parking lot... if you dont have Alltrails pro or a gps device, I didnt at the time, this definitely helps us tell where we were.please use hiking sticks. this is a long trail. your knees will absorb 100% each and every step. hiking sticks will help distribute the shock and your knees will thank you. parking is free. Please keep pets leashed. Please follow the Leave No Trace Principles.

Good one day hiking. So nice surroundings

Unfortunately I didnt make it to the peak. However I meet some very nice hikers and everyone was very supportive and friendly!

Humphrey’s Peak is the tallest point in the state of Arizona at just over 12,000 feet (3600M). The mountain is located in Flagstaff which is about 2.5 hours from the Phoenix area and about an hour from Sedona as well. Many people will usually take day trips and be able to see both cities in one day. During the winter, this particular mountain is where people will come to ski and snowboard since there is a resort located here on the mountain. When looking up the trail we searched for the address of the Arizona Snowbowl so that we could park in the parking lot there and hike to the trailhead. Even though the snow bowl is closed for thrill seekers in the spring and summer, you will still find snow along the trail up through the end of the summer months. We suggest checking current conditions prior to going using apps like @AllTrails but overall the best times to go to avoid dealing with snow and very cold weather would be mid August to late September. It is recommended to expect between 8-10 hours to complete the hike which is just over 9 Mi (14KM). Much of the trail is dirt but there are sections especially above the tree line that consist of rock and loose sand that can be pretty tricky on the way down. We suggest bringing hiking boots that cover your ankles and trekking poles if you have them. Make sure you take plenty of breaks and food and water to last that amount of time hiking. The earlier in the day you can start the earlier you can be back and have less time to worry about getting down before dark and more to focus on enjoying the views! We left Phoenix around 5:30AM and because of construction and stopping to eat prior to starting we didn’t end up starting the hike until 9AM. That time is a good time to start because many people were also arriving in large groups to complete the hike. Although we are active, the elevation is what affected us most during this hike. We often felt swelling in our hands and headaches due to the changes in pressure as well as the stress from the hike. Because Flagstaff is cooler we didn’t find that we were in need of as much water as we usually need during warmer climate hikes. With 2-3 liters per person you should be ok to complete the hike. There are a few false peaks before you actually get to the top so most will often turn back at the first saddle since there’s still about one more hour of hiking from there. On the way down it seemed to take forever because the trail looked the same most of the way down. By the end of it we were aching from our knees which made our total trip so long. Although we enjoyed being able to say we accomplished this feat, we feel that completing this hike once is more than enough but we’ll see if and when we try it again!- @wanderingwithustwo

Amazingly beautiful hike, however it is quite the challenge reaching the summit. The high altitude is what makes it the most difficult, so if you are not accustomed to hiking in this 12,000+ feet of elevation, prepare to experience some altitude sickness. Drink lots of water, pace yourself, (bring some meds for the headache due to altitude) and TAKE ON THE CHALLENGE of summiting AZs tallest peak! You can do it!!!

This trail is very nice but needs some work. There are some very steep areas with lots of loose gravel/sand (lots of slipping). Also the milage is off. More like 5 miles instead of 4.8.

What a challenge. Awesome day. Perfect weather.

Great views from the top.

Great challenging hike. Just make sure youre picking up after yourself when you head back down. Practice leave no trace and stay safe, everybody.

Done this hike twice and both times were totally worth it to get to the top. But Jeeeesus christ the last segment of switchbacks past the treeline on the way back takes forever to get through. Not because its difficult, it just gets boring. Ill inevitably forget that and hike this peak again only to dread coming back down.

Monumental hiking experience! 12,633 feet elevation. Approximately 10 miles round-trip. 7-10 hours duration! Best day ever!

A true hike by every standard!! One of the most strenuous hikes Ive endured yet, but worth the amazing 360 degree views at the highest point in Arizona!

Definitely need a good set of shoes and plenty of water. If you dont start before 8am, dont even bother trying to reach the peak.

The hike can be pretty miserable with snow melt obscuring the trail. Several groups of people were off trail and the only way I was able to stay on trail was with Alltrails app. View at the top is incredible with several false peaks to play with your emotions. Be sure to summit before thunderstorms role in in the afternoon, as I did not

Definitely not for the weak, beautiful views.

Great hike! We were lucky the rain went away.

Humphreys peak the tallest peak in Arizona. You need to be prepared to do this one lots of water and snacks, check on the weather and hiking poles are helpful coming down

Gorgeous hike. The view from the top is breathtaking. There are some steep areas and once you are above the tree line it is very windy and there are loose rocks but this hike is worth it. Bring lunch and sit at the top and enjoy. A reasonably fit person can make the hike in a day easily.

A beautiful and Hard Hiking trail, With snow that is. Start at 8 by 2:45 I was at the Peak.. This was an amazing experience..

Very rewarding sight at the top, but the trail markings leave a bit to be desired. Snowy and hot in mid May so start just as the sun comes up.

Awesome hike!

Great walking trails, beautiful tees, an obvious change when you hit 8500 ft, awesome.

Its was a beautiful challenge.

Miserable hike. Totally worth it

We went two weeks ago and it was wonderful! It is definitely a long trek. It took me about 1.5 hours to reach the top without any breaks but I would think for the average person probably 2.5 to 3.5 hours to the top. Plan on 5 to 7 hours round trip. Bring snacks. I brought about 40 oz of water and drank almost all of it. Lots of people with dogs! Its gets pretty cold and windy near summit. But the view was amazing and it is all worth it. Many false peaks also before actual Humphreys Peak. Enjoy!

Beautiful view

I was 55yrs old when I first climbed the mountain.Being a construction worker helped.Great hike up,easy coming back down.Felt great for days afterwards:)

Great hike on a clear sunny day

Gorgeous home through mixed conifer forest then Alpine tundra. Bring warm clothes, water, sunscreen, and leave early. Make frequent stops if you arent used to the elevation.

Scienic view is beautiful!

This is both the best but most difficult hike Ive ever done. Its easy to find and there is a large parking area at the trailhead. There were 2 deer standing just off the trail right near the trailhead. The hike is very strenuous. Make sure to take plenty of water and snacks. It starts out in very thick forest and ends at the summit at 12,638 feet. The views are absolutely amazing. Make sure to bring warm clothing to put on near the top. I hiked it on September 5 and there was a little snow on the top of the trail. Rocks were also slippery. Ive read the average time to complete the hike was 7 to 11 hours. I completed it in 7 hours and 15 mins. You will be sore at the end but amazing hike.

If you have been reviewing places for as long as I haveYou will notice that getting a 4.9 star rating is very difficult. It’s crazy how many places in Arizona have readings that are so high. This place is no exception is awesome to hike. But make sure you adjust yourself to the altitude and take those things into consideration.

Tough hike, but well worth being able to sit in the clouds

Great challenging hike with astonishing views

Awesome hike. Stunning views. Not as hard as I was expecting! Lets hike!!!

Its a hard hike with some amazing views

Not for the faint of heart. Im 59 so slow and steady. My son made it to the top, my wife and I almost made it to the tree line. Short about a mile. It ended up being a 6 hour day. Coming down was harder for me, as I have bad knees! Lots of water if you go

My friends and I (mid to late 30s, not very physically active) attempted this hike on January 19th. First things first, contrary to the forest services website information, a back-country wilderness permit is no longer required to access this trail during the winter. We checked at the Snow Bowl Agassiz Lodge and were told it is no longer required. The folks at the lodge recommended we only attempt the hike if we had snow shoes and micro-spikes. We rented these from Peace Surplus in Flagstaff (great store and even better staff). The staff had mentioned to us that the conditions a week ago were pretty sketchy on the trail. Also recommended is having the gps trail map on your phone so you can follow and guess the general direction if you loose your way.Although the trail starts at the parking lot west of the Hart Prairie Lodge, during the winter time it is covered by the ski slope. You will have to walk Northeast across the ski slopes and walk a further 100 feet or so to see the first signs for the trail/Kachina Wilderness Area. We started at about 7:40 in the morning once the sun was up and soon realized that snow shoes were essential. The trail was easy to follow initially, since a few groups had hiked this trail over the past few weeks. Every half a mile or so you will find a ribbon tied to a branch indicating you are on the trail. A mile into the hike, you come up on the Forest Services Guest Book and signs pointing to continuing the Humphreys trail. Its good to sign in and see when the previous group hiked, comments etc. About 2.5 miles into the hike we lost the trail. Our GPS pointed to where it should be, but there was so much snow it was impossible to see. We decided to hike up this steep slope in the general direction of the trail, hoping we would intersect it at some point and possibly get to the saddle. We did this for about a mile and it was very difficult because of how steep the grade was and the snow kept getting deeper. Eventually after hitting about 11,600 feet elevation we decided to turn back as the conditions were getting worse and we wanted to get back before the sun went down. Until we got back on the trail, getting down was very difficult and slow. We took several breaks on our way down and finally made it back by 5:30 PM.I would recommend doing this hike in the summer or early winter(November). If you do attempt it in peak winter, make sure you budget enough time get back before sun down. The afternoon sun makes the snow not as firm as it was during the morning, so you have to be careful. I couldnt imagine doing this hike with flashlights.We planned well, we were appropriately geared up, had enough food and water. Conditions and difficulty aside, we had a great time. We definitely want to come back and complete this trail in the summer.

Amazing hike. Truley amazing. There was a bit of snow so some spikes are needed but honestly one of the best hikes Ive ever done

Awesome hike to the top of AZ. 6-8 hours round trip. Watch the weather during the monsoon season. You dont want to be up there in a storm.

This is the top of AZ & must hike

Amazing hike!;

Amazing experience. Tough one.

Cool place to visit and I sadly couldn’t even saddle it because of altitude sickness but very cool place and beautiful views

Outstanding hike in June 2019 from Snowbowl parking lot. Still large snowfields on the trail. Trekking poles were almost a must. It is a strenuous hike, about 10 miles out and back, 3200 ft elevation gain. Be prepared for any weather. It snowed and rained, strong winds, even a thunderstorm. And very sunny too. All in one day.

Nice trail with some great weather. Surprisingly ran into some snow and ice this late into the year which caused us to have to turn around before the top, but other than that it was nice with some great views.

The view from up here is absolutely stunning

Its kinda boaring.

Great trail to Arizonas highpoint.

In retrospect, it was a very lovely hike with a lot of beautiful views.

Beautiful hiking trail with tons of vert! Perfect to go in October.

Outstanding hike.

Very difficult trail. Incredible sceneries.

Steep great views

Chair lift was broken had to hike the entire way. /S.Beautiful views

Best hike in state. Oh the painbows

Beautiful just crowded

Strenuous, but worth it.

One of the most distinct and satisfying hikes in the state.

We went there on Sep 01, 2018.We were novice hikers. We drove at night from Tempe and started hiking from Arizona Snowbowl at around 6:30am. There was weather forecast for rain, and we were prepared for that. Luckily it only rained for 10 minutes. After that the weather was excellent. We reached top at around 2:30pm!The last part (after the saddle) was a bit more difficult with slack rocks on steep trail. You must have good hiking shoes.

This is by far my favorite hike in Arizona. Be careful, start early, and the hike will pay off!

Great trail. Outstanding views. Must do list.

Well believe the reviews when they say its difficult!

This is a great hike

Great hike awesome views, grand canyon in the distance

Be prepared, can be a difficult hike.

Best day ever

Always an amazing hike

Great place for a trip

Fill with chalanges ajs adventures. I fought till the end and reached to the peak.

Make sure you have a hiking poles and the weather is right

Amazing hike. Must be in shape and elevation can make the hike more difficult.

Windy

Awesomeness

Good place for a short hike or a climb to the top of the mountain at 12633 ft / 3851 m.Try the Kachina Trail across the road!

Beautiful trail with wide open scenic view at top.

So very hard for me. But very proud that I did it. The wind was blowing like a hurricane on top but I did it.

Very nice spot to go to see the leaves change color.

Adventurous hike!! Loved it.

Hike to the top of Az. Ive hiked to the top 4 or 5 times, one time in the dead of winter with snow up to my waist, I was the only person up there that day!

Trees

Crazy hike