$455 per person - 4 total spots
Date & Meeting Location
Friday, December 11, 2026 - 7am
Tempe, AZ @ your guide’s residence (Rural Rd. & Baseline Rd.)
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Trekking level: moderate to strenuous
Trekking distance one way: 3-7 miles
Elevation gain / loss: 1,500 ft
Trail obstacles: large elevation loss/gain, 1 or 2 stream crossings, unshaded sections
Climate: high-desert (5,500ft - 4,000ft above sea level)
Group size: up to 4 guests, plus your guide
Activity options: backcountry skill learning, fishing, wildlife encounters, star gazing, canyoneering, and much more!
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Guests may ride with one of the guides in their vehicles or drive themselves, but please note that many of our routes require high clearance 4×4 to reach. You may also drive yourself and park/ride with one of the guides for the last few miles to the trailhead.
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Transportation to the trailhead from Phoenix, AZ
All necessary gear Rental
Meals & Snacks (guests are also encouraged to bring their own food)
Knowledgeable & medically trained backcountry guide
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Water bottle
Snacks & lunch
Rain gear
Personal items
Come meet other adventure-loving humans, learn from experienced backcountry guides, and start building the skills to confidently explore the outdoors with an all inclusive backpacking trip!
*To best protect our operating locations, specific trail information isn’t shared with guests until 1-week (7-days) before trip departure.
*Full refunds are available up until 1-week (7-days) before trip departure.
Please contact us for more information and/or questions: (602) 676-0420 or email christian@backpackarizona.org
