A backpacking trip differs significantly from a normal camping or hiking excursion in that it involves hiking away from roads, trail heads, parking lots…etc. with everything we need on our backs.
The days are full with simple yet stunningly fulfilling activities: hiking, fishing, ascending canyons, swimming, eating, resting, appreciating where we are, connecting with fellow travelers. The joys of backpacking are not easily conveyed in words – ultimately, the only way to truly understand it is to experience it yourself.
With no other overnight guides working on the Mogollon Rim around Happy Jack, AZ, this is your unique opportunity to access nature away from the crowds in a breathtakingly gorgeous canyon.
Never backpacked before?
We have you covered with equipment and a list of items for you to bring, so you are assured a comfortable journey.
Additionally, your guide is a Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and has their CPR certification, so guests will be in the best of hands.
Posted By : R5377KWnickn
Christian is a highly knowledgeable and very friendly guide! He took us through some of the most beautiful parts of Arizona I’ve ever experienced while ensuring our safety. Would highly recommend Backpack Arizona for great conversation and an awesome adventure while enjoying some beautiful AZ views.
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Posted On : 2023-09-26 12:29:47 
Posted By : Tour12330862415
Christian was amazing with outfitting us with the appropriate gear and guiding us to some of the most beautiful areas I have ever seen. He was fun to talk to and was very easygoing. I can tell how much he loves sharing special places with people who appreciate it.
Beginners, Christian is the best option to make sure your backpacking experience is pleasurable.
Experienced backpackers, I would still recommend going with Christian. You will learn something from him and will be taken to a place that is only found after a heavy amount of scouting trips and google earth scrolling.
10/10
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Posted On : 2023-09-26 11:42:39
Posted By : AshleyM643
Christian is an amazing guide. I was a little nervous at first to go by myself, but the conversation was so engaging it felt like the days flew by.
Christian took the time to learn about my experience and some health limitations I'm experiencing, and customized my itinerary to both fit my needs and offer a breathtaking experience of Arizona I never could have achieved any other way.
After he got to know me he offered me the freedom to encounter challenges and face them at my experience level. I was able to learn so many things and do them myself, but had Christian there to back me up and make sure I was safe.
I can't wait to go again.
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Posted On : 2023-09-10 19:01:38
Posted By : B4248LXkimd
Christian was such a thoughtful and intrepid guide! I couldn't believe what was before my eyes as we descended into this magnificent canyon. Our hike was adventurous and wild, each corner was a new awe inspiring sight to behold. The camping spot itself was well chosen. Christian ensured I had everything I needed, setup was easy and I wasn't missing a thing. The food is surprisingly delicious! During the day we had so much fun hiking, swimming and fishing. It was such a relief to be so far away from humanity, in this special oasis. I fell asleep to the sounds of the natural creek and crackling fire. Truly this is a lifetime memory. If you are on the fence, let me tell you it's worth it, take the plunge. These vistas and this feeling of being truly wild will ignite your soul. These are the kinds of experiences that make a life well lived.
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Posted On : 2023-06-03 14:13:42
Posted By : jaysE3919DI
Great experience! Great guide! Christian was flexible and tailored a wilderness experience around exactly what I was interested in. He made the logistics easy and has the right vehicle to access hard to reach destinations. I appreciated his laid-back approach and enthusiasm for the outdoors. Highly recommend.
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Posted On : 2023-05-06 16:53:58
Posted By : Jackster8786
Backpacking with Christian was incredible! We went to the most beautiful and secluded area. I have never seen Arizona this way! I have been here for 10 years and this was an amazing way to see what the wilderness has to offer here; definitely not anything like the movies portray it!
Christian was so knowledgable about the wilderness and was able to identify like every plant, tree and, paw print in the woods. He was also able to explain how things like climate affect an environment or why mountains look a certain way.
The camping part was also excellent! The gear he provided was in excellent condition and he even did the hard part by setting it all up. He hung lights up around camp with solar batteries so that when the sun set we had more light than just the fire.
Lastly, the meals he provided were surprisingly yummy! I was a little hesitant about what seemed like an astronaut meal, but they were delicious and so filling! My favorite was definitely the chicken teriyaki!
I will definitely be booking another trip with Backpack Arizona to learn more about the beautiful places this state has to offer!
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Posted On : 2023-03-31 20:35:02
