I'm thinking it will be too hot in Camp Verde and monsoon rains perhaps? Ideally it would be nice to getaway from this heat....

I tried to search various ways and majority of the trails are really short. I'll keep looking. Thank you!

Aravaipa does not allow dogs :-(

Next weekend I want to go hiking/camping. Am looking for a hike that's not too difficult to follow, along water- maybe creek, river, lake at the end where we can camp overnite and perhaps swim? I need to take my dog with me, so water is beneficial even if it's just for her. Distance about 12-15 mile...

Awesome! Great info! Thanks.

ok. I'll pass on camping by the port-a-potties. I think I'll stay at a hotel "nearby".

Also, I was wondering how long does it "really" take to get down to the falls and the return back up? I understand everyone hikes at a different pace but I'm trying to figure out an average...

Thanks for the replies. I think they overcharge for the rooms also at the Hualapai Lodge ($110) per night. I think maybe because they don't have any competition. So there is a possibility of camping at the Hualapai Hilltop? However, it would be nice to take a shower before the hike and have nice bre...

I just received an email from them stating they are re-opening June 1st. I'm hiking in July so I'm hoping no rain and blue waters.

I'm hiking the Havasu Falls this summer. However, we have decided to arrive on Friday somewhere close by and stay the night and then early in the morning start the hike on Saturday. I was wondering if anyone can recommend a hotel/motel and an area. We will be coming from Phoenix. It was recommended ...