Great. Thanks. I think I will try that one out. Appreciate the help and input.

This is what I have come up with so far. Barbershop Trail #191 Fred Haught Trail #141 U-Bar Trail #28 They are closer to 10-14 miles round trip but I figured we can stop any where that looks good to camp on the trail...and not do the whole thing. What do you guys think? Any other suggestions? Thanks

My wife and I are about to do our first over night backpacking trip. Just one night. I wanted something between 6-10 miles (roundtrip) and 1.5-3 in difficulty and a good water source. So I was thinking Horton Creek would be great for us, but it seems to be closed at the moment. I live in North Phoen...

Sorry....I meant the Payson Ranger District. It does appear closed as of now...Closure started 8/31

I will call the ranger station to see what the deal is.

Thanks

Awesome. I don't mind taking my shoes of to cross to get to the camping site....This is perfect.

Thanks for your help.

My wife and I are about to do our first over night backpacking trip. Just one night. I wanted something between 5-10 miles and 1.5-3 in difficulty and a good water source. So I think Horton Creek would be great for us, but I do have one question. Do you need amphibous shoes or is the entire trail dr...