Humphreys Peak
Arizona's highest peak at 3,852 meters. A high-altitude hike of about 16 km round trip starts at Snowbowl.
Humphreys Peak rises to 3,852 meters and is the highest point in Arizona. It belongs to the San Francisco volcanic field and holds sacred significance for the Hopi, Navajo, and other Indigenous peoples. The trailhead is in the Snowbowl parking lot. The round trip is about 16 km with about 1,000 meters of elevation gain, taking 6 to 8 hours. The upper part crosses scree slopes and alpine tundra above the tree line. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in summer, so start early in the morning and head down before noon. Watch out for altitude sickness, and do not leave the trail or step on fragile plants.
Opening hours
All day (early departure recommended)
Nearby sights
- Arizona Snowbowl
- Lockett Meadow
- Museum of Northern Arizona
- Pioneer Museum
- Buffalo Park
- Mount Elden
- Lowell Observatory
- Historic Downtown Flagstaff & Route 66