AZ>Favorite Places to Hang

**thepopcornkernel** · 07-27-2015, 15:56

Please forgive me if this has already been discussed recently but my friends and I are in our 30's and, after hanging in Havasupai, are hooked on hammock camping. What are some of everyone's favorite locations to hang in AZ? We do not want to be around too many people - especially kids - so we're looking for some dispersed areas to try out rather than popular campgrounds. We're considering camping near the Lava Tubes or maybe Crazy Jug Point but I appreciate any and all suggestions.

**kwpapke** · 07-27-2015, 18:26

Originally Posted by thepopcornkernel

Please forgive me if this has already been discussed recently but my friends and I are in our 30's and, after hanging in Havasupai, are hooked on hammock camping. What are some of everyone's favorite locations to hang in AZ? We do not want to be around too many people - especially kids - so we're looking for some dispersed areas to try out rather than popular campgrounds. We're considering camping near the Lava Tubes or maybe Crazy Jug Point but I appreciate any and all suggestions.

Wow, you don't need to go nearly that far. Some of my favorites (sorted by proximity to you):

The Supes:

The Rim near Payson:

The Catalinas (closer for me than you):

The following video describes a hike to Grass Shack, but if you have extra time I *really* like to hang at Manning Camp in the Rincons:

--Kurt

**mojeb21** · 07-28-2015, 12:05

My backyard !!!

**thepopcornkernel** · 07-28-2015, 16:48

Thanks for the great ideas kwpapke! I think my friends' idea is to essentially "get out of town" and enjoy some cooler temps along with some nature exploration to complement the overnight hang. At least that's the current plan. I'm sure we'd like to try out your suggestions as well!

And to mojeb21, GPS coordinates please.

**kwpapke** · 07-28-2015, 18:15

Just added the following video. Its a little far for you, pushing 5 hour drive, but IMHO the best mountain hiking I've found so far in AZ. There are a lot closer places to hang, but if you want to get away for a few days and do some serious mountain hiking this is the place to do it:

**clean** · 07-31-2015, 08:57

Excellent video! Thanks for sharing it.

**Kamper Kurt** · 08-02-2015, 19:17

If you want a low usage area you could try Pine Mountain. It has a nice 9 mile loop and you see almost no one. Also has great views from the top.

**thepopcornkernel** · 08-05-2015, 11:56

Originally Posted by Kamper Kurt

If you want a low usage area you could try Pine Mountain. It has a nice 9 mile loop and you see almost no one. Also has great views from the top.

This sounds excellent. I'd like something near water but this looks like a nice option as well. Thanks!

**Kamper Kurt** · 08-05-2015, 19:08

Originally Posted by thepopcornkernel

This sounds excellent. I'd like something near water but this looks like a nice option as well. Thanks!

The campground has a creek that runs through it. The first 3+ miles of the hike follow one of the creeks. There are a few springs that you will pass. If you camp in the first mile you should easily have water. Depending on the time of the year, the upper springs could be dry. If you are going to camp at the top you will have to carry your water.

http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/presc...a/?recid=67373

On a map you can look for the Salt Flat Campground. You will need a higher clearance vehicle for the last 10 miles.