I agree with @xsproutx . We were out on the trail March 9-12. The first couple of days we found a lot more little sources of water along the trail in addition to the major sources like Brads Water, Charlebois, Bluff Spring, and Second Water. Then it rained pretty good the night of the 11th and there...

Thanks for the great feedback on water sources, campsites and desert hiking rules. I'll make sure to post a triplog and water reports afterwards. Any suggestions for how to understand likely low temperatures? Looks like we'll be camping at elevations ~2100-3400. I see a weather forecast for Tortilla...

I’m considering the following 4-day/3-night itinerary for two experienced backpackers with a little desert experience who prefer to stay on the trail. Heading out early next week. Route Day 1: Peralta trailhead up to around Second Water Spring/Canyon via Peralta and Black Mesa trails (~11 miles) Day...