Suggestions for March summit hikes

[Summitjunkie]

Hi everyone! I'm going to be in the Phoenix for a couple weeks in March and I'm looking for some good summit hikes. Half to full day is best, overnight also cool. Flagstaff to Tucson and anything in between. Distance and gain are no concern, just looking for the best around. Snow is ok, no technical though (snowshoe only). Class 3 and below on the rock. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

[joebartels]

hundreds of options, these are among my favorites that most enjoy in March

Tucson
Rincon Peak
Mount Kimball via Finger Rock
Italian Spring to Spud Rock

Phoenix
Superstition Peak 5057
Superstition Peak 5024

[Summitjunkie]

Awesome! I appreciate the tip. I've been looking at the trip reports here on the site too

[toddak]

Kendrick Peak http://hikearizona.com/decoder=295

[chumley]

@toddak
Kendrick might be a little (a lot) snowy in March. Though as the OP seems to be ok with snow it's definitely a good one. Of course if that's the game plan, why not also mention Humphreys (Arizona's high point). Just make sure you get a free backcountry permit at the ski area before heading up.

In the desert, I'd recommend Battleship if you don't mind a few mile hike to get there and back as well as some fun off-trail scrambling to reach the summit. But nothing over class 3.

For a solid trail, Quartz Peak is a good one.

Off-trail, Newman might be worth checking out if you prefer total solitude and finding your own way. The views are great up top.

With a mix of lower elevation to start with snow higher up, the Pinals offer 4 trails. Telephone, Ice House, Kellner, and Six Shooter all get there along with some loop possibilities. Also in the same "hike into the snow" category is Wrightson.

[kingsnake]

Homie! What part of Wisconsin you from?

Unfortunately, Badger Trail is many hours away, and there no Alvarez trails ...

[Summitjunkie]

@kingsnake
I have family in New Berlin and Madison

[Summitjunkie]

@chumley
Thank you so much for the info!!

[trekkin_gecko]

second battleship
fun, unique hike
good overview of the western supes