Hiking TipsHiking Camelback Mountain is a seriously rewarding experience and seriously not for everyone.
You don't want to be that person who needs to have a helicopter come lift them off the mountain. It happens hundreds of times a year. If you are prepared for the physically demanding climb, please remember the following suggestions: |
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BringWater
It's hot and you're sweating and there's nothing your body needs more than its main fuel source: water. Buddy Bring a buddy! It's not required, but it helps ensure a witness for your day's hike and a second set of eyes to say, "no way man, we both have pneumonia and should not climb 300 vertical feet." Hiking Boots Don't let the dry gravel of Camelback make you a victim. Wear hiking boots or shoes that have good grip and traction. |
Phone
Bring your phone, just in case. Keep track of the time and place a call in case of an emergency. Sunscreen Love your skin. Only you can protect it. Load up on sunscreen in AZ's blazing sun. Common Sense Know when you're reaching your limit. Know when a trail looks too difficult. Know when to rest. Listen to your body, it knows more about itself than you do. |
DoPre-hydrate
Pre-hydrate before you dehydrate. Drink extra water 24 hours before you plan to hike. Communicate Whether you're hiking alone or with a buddy, let someone know when you've left, when you plan to finish and which trail you're hiking. Weather Check Check to see if it'll be 120 degrees by noon before you hike. Check to see if there's a chance of rain! Stay on Path Follow the trails carefully. It is easy to get off course and not so easy to find help thereafter. |