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Best Water Sources on the Arizona Trail in Summer

Ranger Maddox 7/05/2026 2:28am

Hey all, just got back from a hot summer hike on the AZT and I'm still sweating out some of the details. If you're planning to tackle the trail during monsoon season be prepared for dry water sources - especially at the higher elevations. Has anyone found any reliable spots for refilling water bottles around mile marker 25?

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