I'm looking for a good day hike to do in the rain as well. I was thinking something where I could take advantage of a little extra water flowing in the streams. Possibly Upper First Water, or Fish Creek? Edit: Haha, just noticed I replied to a post from 2006, but it is relevant to this weekend too s...

I am looking to do a backpack for new years weekend. Probably leaving on Friday. Haven't quite decided where yet. I wonder if Aravaipa would be nice this time of year...