Humphreys Peak

Humphreys Peak is the highest peak in Arizona. It is the highest of a group of extinct volcanic peaks known as the San Francisco Peaks. The summit can be most easily reached by hiking the 4.8 mile Humphreys Trail that begins at the Arizona Snowbowl ski resort in the Coconino National Forest. The last 1 mile of the trail traverses the only region of tundra in Arizona, at over 11,500 feet. On a clear day you can see views of the Grand Canyon to the north.

Humphreys Peak SUMMIT LOG peakery first ascent by catamount

52 people report climbing or hiking to the summit, most recently on Mar 29, 2013. Below are trip reports and shared pictures from their climbs.

Others who’ve claimed Humphreys Peak

  • justhike
  • susanjoypaul
  • xpda
  • nancysagar
  • StoneMan
  • sli74
  • tjsmith2121
  • millerc686
  • william.musser
  • Buffalo
  • theskillet_1
  • Solosummit
  • MelsTravels
  • Big-Alpine
  • kevin.bronson.71

Routes Used trails & approaches

78% Humphreys Peak Trail

12% Humphrey's Peak trail

1% Shultz Creek, Weatherford to Kachina to Humphreys Trail

1% Weatherford to Shultz Creek

1% Inner basin to Weatherford Trail

1% Abineau Canyon Route

1% Arizona Sun Bowl

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Elevation

12,633 ft / 3,851 m

Prominence

6,039 ft / 1,841 m

Height Rank Range

San Francisco Peaks

Location

Arizona, United States

Claimed by

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  • scott
  • catamount
  • justhike
  • susanjoypaul
  • asamartin
  • xpda
  • nancysagar
  • StoneMan
  • sli74
  • tjjohnson
  • tjsmith2121
  • burke082

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