Hiking opportunities around the Arizona Snowbowl
— another great way to enjoy the San Francisco Peaks
The scenic beauty of the San Francisco Peaks has been, and continues
to be, molded by the forces of nature. The Peaks represent a unique
geological feature — a dormant volcano. Their elevation ranges
from about 7,000 feet at the base of the mountains to 12,663 feet
at the summit of Humphreys Peak, Arizona’s highest point.
In 1984, the President of the U.S. signed a bill that designated
74,000 acres as the Kachina Peaks Wilderness. As such, all of the
laws and regulation pertaining to wilderness apply on the Peaks.
Careful planning and preparation are essential to enjoyable hiking
and backpacking on the San Francisco Peaks. Follow the golden
rule of no-trace hiking and camping: “Take only pictures,
leave only footprints.”
- Respect the land — do not cut switchbacks
- Avoid wet trails if possible and avoid making new trails.
- Keep to the right of the trail — save the left for passing.
- Downhill traffic yields to uphill traffic.
- When in a group, do not block the trails; allow enough room
for others.
- Enjoy your hike and please be safe!
Make sure you read and understand restrictions
in the Kachina Peaks Wilderness.
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