Arizona Trail Angels

Arizona Trail Angels are volunteers who offer support and trail magic along the AZT. Services offered by Trail Angels include water caching, shuttles, laundry/shower facilities, food, and lodging. Services are provided to Trail users free of charge.

Arizona Trail Angel Listings by Region

Trail Angel FAQs

Trail Angels Code of Conduct

Trail Users Code of Conduct

Interested in becoming a Trail Angel? Visit our Trail Angel Registration page.

**Non-Liability Disclaimer**

Trail Angels listed on this page are not representatives of the Arizona Trail Association (ATA). Trail Angel listings on this page are provided to connect long-distance trail users with individuals who offer amenities and services as a gesture of goodwill.

To the ATA’s knowledge, Trail Angels listed on this page offer all services to trail users free of charge. Trail Angels requiring vehicle gas coverage for shuttle services are supported by the ATA.

The ATA does not endorse Trail Angels. They have not interviewed, screened, or assessed Trail Angels listed on this page. The ATA disclaims any liability for any and all negative encounters that may result from interactions between Trail Angels and trail users. All individuals are encouraged to use good judgement and to report any questionable behavior to the ATA and/or local law enforcement.

Trail Angels and Trail users have a responsibility to protect and sustain the AZT and the surrounding landscape. The video below provides tips on how Trail Angels can minimize negative impacts to the natural environment while providing services to Trail users.

For more information on appropriate water caching practices, visit our water sources page.

 

Trail Angel Listings by Region

Statewide
Christy Chandlee
  • CONTACT: Christydawn678@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Usually on the road exploring. Homebase is Southern AZ for shower and accommodations. We don’t mind shuttling a longer distance from home. Love the drives!
Southern – Mexico to Vail
Galen Asphaug
  • CONTACT: 831-419-3049 (text); galenasphaug@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: shuttles, caching water
  • SERVICE LOCATION WITHIN REGION: Patagonia (Vail to Canelo Pass Trailhead)
  • COMMENTS: Hi! My name is Galen. I am offering a shuttle service to AZT hikers and bikers near Patagonia. I can pickup and drop off to any trailhead from Canelo Hills to Vail. I am also bringing water on each trip for caching and passengers. I ask shuttle passengers for $1/mile to cover gas. Please call or text +1-831-419-3049 if you need a ride, or have any questions. Thanks, and happy trails!
Mike & Angi Buckley
  • CONTACT:‭ 785-375-4489/785-375-4490‬; endurance_cycling@yahoo.com (Mike)/angibuckley@yahoo.com (Angi)
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, accommodations, food
  • COMMENTS: US Army veterans and recent Arizona transplants from upstate New York after Mike, AKA “Bloody Feet”, completed the AZT in 2018 with Warrior Expeditions‘ Warrior Hike Program. As of May 2022, Angi is actively thru-hiking and plans to finish soon! We are able to provide shuttle services near passages 1 and 2.
Joelle Buffa
  • CONTACT: clyde_joelle@verizon.net (preferred); 510-456-6128
  • SERVICES: Shuttles
  • REGION: Borderlands (passages 1-3)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Sierra Vista
  • COMMENTS: Trail Angels Joelle Buffa and Clyde Morris live in Sierra Vista. We provide transportation between Sierra Vista and the AZT southern terminus at Montezuma Pass (Passage 1) – Pickup and Drop-off. Prefer 1 week advance notice. Please do not inquire about transport from Tucson Airport.
Kimberly Clah
  • CONTACT: 480-326-7948 (text preferred); kclah@hotmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, accommodations
  • COMMENTS: Kimbo here. I live in Sierra Vista. Sierra Vista has a Walmart, where fuel and food can be purchased before your hike. If you can find your way to Sierra Vista, you can stay at our place. I can also shuttle to visitor center or maybe Montezuma Pass, but truck is older so I try not to push it. I am available now until March 4th, 2023. I plan to be on trail, March 5th, 2023.
Zoe Demitrack
  • CONTACT: 203-909-3256 (text preferred); zdemitrack@gmail.com 
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Hey! Hiked 600 miles on the AZT last year and am looking forward to helping other people out! Can offer rides-gas money would be cool but if you can’t swing it no problem. I have a place to stay-you’d probably have to sleep on our back patio but showers and laundry are available:)
Chelsea Gay
  • CONTACT: 434-962-9820 (text preferred); chelsea.britt.gay@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, food/meals, caching water
  • COMMENTS:  I live near Patagonia (2 miles from town center) – happy to assist thru hikers with shuttle (gas money is appreciated), water cache, or a place to camp.
Josh and Suzanne Goldstein
  • CONTACT: 520-465-8488 (text preferred); suzannemarieaz1@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION: Cienegas (passages 7-8)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Vail
  • COMMENTS: We live off of Pistol Hill Road in Vail, 1 mile from the trail. We are available to provide shuttle service to areas in Vail, water caching, and also support package deliveries as needed. Other needs can be requested and supported on a case-by-case basis.
Amanda Grupe
Josh Hamilton
  • CONTACT: 520-390-4242 (text preferred); lungshadow@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGIONS: Santa Rita Foothills (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9), Santa Catalinas (passages 10-11/11c)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Vail
  • COMMENTS: I live 6mi from the Sahuarita Rd TH and 13mi from the Gabe Zimmerman TH within Passage 7. Available at most times for shuttles and caching water within Passages 6,7,8. Additionally, I can service Passages 4,5,9 with advance notice and assist with or advise on equipment repair/replacement and/or first aid via reliable OHV transportation.
Anne Huggins
  • CONTACT: 206-226-6514 (text preferred); geagle@whidbey.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • SERVICE LOCATION WITHIN REGION: Patagonia
  • COMMENTS: I am particularly interested in aiding fellow female hikers; especially those who are also fellow solo hikers.
Jim Hugo
  • CONTACT: 318-455-4539 (phone calls preferred); jimhugo2@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower
  • REGION: Cienegas (passages 7-8)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Vail
  • COMMENTS: Shuttle available from Trail Head at Sahuarita Rd. and Rt. 83 for resupply or to the closest reasonable hotel. Please help me do this in a sustainable manner by reimbursing me for travel expenses.
Michael Johnson
  • CONTACT: 520-940-2319 (text preferred); Azbmcm@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • SERVICE LOCATION WITHIN REGION: Colossal Cave area
  • COMMENTS: We are approximately 5 miles from Colossal Cave. We have a Casita with showers, laundry, and a bed. Of course, we always have food, we only ask that people are kind and respectful. We can occasionally provide a shuttle, but we both work so that would have to be set up in advance. Cheers. Mike and Kara
Ken Kilmurray
  • CONTACT: 520-678-9777 (text preferred); ktkilmurray@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • SERVICE LOCATION WITHIN REGION: Montezuma Pass to Sahuarita Rd./AZ83
  • COMMENTS: I’m an AT alum wanting to give back what the trail has provided. Any trail will do, right? Available for shuttles and resupply drops, seven days/week. I don’t mind short notice, but at least the day prior if able.
Heather Knight
  • CONTACT: Heather.knight.pdx@gmail.com (preferred); 971-219-2257
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, accommodations
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3), Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9), Santa Catalinas (passages 10-11/11c)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Sierra Vista, Patagonia, Sonoita, Vail, Tucson, Summerhaven
  • COMMENTS: I have a day job, M-F until 4p. Please be mindful of this when messaging me. If you want a guaranteed bed to sleep in, please book my room on Airbnb: https://airbnb.com/h/casadibutch (mention you are an AZT thru-hiker to get a discount). Otherwise, I have a hide-a-bed in my living room you are welcome to sleep on. Located in Tucson.
Jacqui and David Kresttreinen
  • CONTACT: 520-604-0207 (text); david_krest@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals/accommodations
  • SERVICE AREA WITHIN REGION: Patagonia
  • COMMENTS: We can accommodate up to 3 people.
Rita Maurine
  • CONTACT: 520-429-5871 (text preferred); ritamaurine.s@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Caching water
  • COMMENTS: I live in Benson, AZ but work M-F in Sahuarita, AZ. As a result, I pass through sections 7 (Sahuarita Rd/HWY 83) and 8 (Gabe Zimmerman Trail-head) in the mornings, and again in the late afternoon on a regular basis. Schedule permitting, I’d be able to cache water and some minimal supplies at either trailhead. Advance notice is advised. Please text or email referencing TRAIL ANGEL-AZT for the quickest response.
Nicole Miller
  • CONTACT: 336-486-0414 (text preferred); nicole_miller74@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Sierra Vista, Sonoita
  • COMMENTS: I am a fellow hiker (semi-thru and section) that loves the trail and all it has to offer. Which is my why. Available to shuttle from Sierra Vista to Montezuma Pass. Would like as much notice as possible, because I do have a full time job and need to plan accordingly. Earlier in the day is best. Happy Trails:)
Seth Miller
  • CONTACT: 202-492-5180 (preferred); sethmill@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3), Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Patagonia, Sonoita, Vail, Tucson
  • COMMENTS: Located in Vail. Call anytime, free weekends – Prefer 12-24hrs notice
Simon Nicolia
  • CONTACT: simonnicolia@gmail.com (preferred); 801-548-1347
  • SERVICES: Shuttle, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Sierra Vista
  • COMMENTS: I can be reached by phone, text, and email. I’m available on weekends to give rides.
Parker Canyon Lake Marina
  • CONTACT: 520-455-5847
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: We are open 7 days a week 8 to 5 year-round for resupply and any other assistance you might need.
David Rabb
  • CONTACT: drabb1956@gmail.com (preferred); 650-431-5109
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3), Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9), Santa Catalinas (passages 10-11), Oracle (passages 12-13)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Sierra Vista, Patagonia, Sonoita, Vail, Tucson, Summerhaven, Oracle
Eric Reich
  • CONTACT: 907-347-8322 (text preferred), eric.reich@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION(S): Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Vail
  • COMMENTS: Call anytime, we work so after 5 pm for services needed, free weekends
Abigail Smith
  • CONTACT: 520-576-3703 (text preferred), Abilinsmith@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • SERVICE AREA WITHIN REGION: Tucson
  • COMMENTS: Hello fellow Travelers! My name is Abi and I’m a Tucson local who’s backpacked and hiked from Arizona to Alaska. With young kids now, my husband and I are more weekend warriors than thru hiking. We’ve both experienced the magic of a trail angel a few times during our adventures and happy that we can now pay it forward. Safe Travels and welcome to AZ!–Abi
Tucson Sky Islands – Vail to Oracle
Christopher Budny
Zoe Demitrack
  • CONTACT: 203-909-3256 (text preferred); zdemitrack@gmail.com 
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Hey! Hiked 600 miles on the AZT last year and am looking forward to helping other people out! Can offer rides-gas money would be cool but if you can’t swing it no problem. I have a place to stay-you’d probably have to sleep on our back patio but showers and laundry are available:)
Dar Dobroslavic
  • CONTACT: 520-248-9576 (preferred); darstar14@hotmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shower/laundry, accommodations
  • COMMENTS: I live on a walled-in 1/4 acre that is 2 miles from downtown Tucson, Interstate 10/Grant Rd Exit, and REI. We are 3 blocks from a major grocery chain, a thrift store, and a variety of local cafes. City bus lines including the airport and to Catalina Hwy turn off to Mt Lemon/Molino Basin trailheads. For accommodations, we offer outdoor only. I can also help trail users find the resources needed to problem solve.
Sandy Fortner
  • CONTACT: 480-388-0348 (text preferred); dinahmoehum51@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shower/laundry
  • COMMENTS: Superior area. Please TEXT me. I generally cannot help out last minute, but, with advance notice, I can usually arrange my schedule and help out. I am not super close to the Trail, but I can help out at Superior with prior notice. I am in Apache Junction – 40 miles west of Superior but you are welcome to take a zero here.
Tiffany Foster
  • CONTACT: 520-551-5903 (text preferred); smiferalhikder@cox.net
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Texting is best. I live in Tucson and am happy to help AZT hikers whenever possible!
Allison Griffin
  • CONTACT: bearhandsaz@gmail.com (preferred); 520-896-9716
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I am not a motel or a b&b. I have a couch and a porch and sometimes a spare room.
Josh and Suzanne Goldstein
  • CONTACT: 520-465-8488 (text preferred); suzannemarieaz1@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION: Cienegas (passages 7-8)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Vail
  • COMMENTS: We live off of Pistol Hill Road in Vail, 1 mile from the trail. We are available to provide shuttle service to areas in Vail, water caching, and also support package deliveries as needed. Other needs can be requested and supported on a case-by-case basis.
Jim Hugo
  • CONTACT: 318-455-4539 (phone calls preferred); jimhugo2@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower
  • REGION(S): Cienegas (passages 7-8)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Vail
  • COMMENTS: Shuttle available from Trail Head at Sahuarita Rd. and Rt. 83 for resupply or to the closest reasonable hotel. Please help me do this in a sustainable manner by reimbursing me for travel expenses.
Michael Johnson
  • CONTACT: 520-940-2319 (text preferred); Azbmcm@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • SERVICE LOCATION WITHIN REGION: Colossal Cave area
  • COMMENTS: We are approximately 5 miles from Colossal Cave. We have a Casita with showers, laundry, and a bed. Of course, we always have food, we only ask that people are kind and respectful. We can occasionally provide a shuttle, but we both work so that would have to be set up in advance. Cheers. Mike and Kara
Heather Knight
  • CONTACT: Heather.knight.pdx@gmail.com (preferred); 971-219-2257
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, accommodations
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3), Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9), Santa Catalinas (passages 10-11/11c)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Sierra Vista, Patagonia, Sonoita, Vail, Tucson, Summerhaven
  • COMMENTS: I have a day job, M-F until 4p. Please be mindful of this when messaging me. If you want a guaranteed bed to sleep in, please book my room on Airbnb: https://airbnb.com/h/casadibutch (mention you are an AZT thru-hiker to get a discount). Otherwise, I have a hide-a-bed in my living room you are welcome to sleep on. Located in Tucson.
Jake Licker
  • CONTACT: 484-602-6899 (text preferred); jvlpa0416@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, caching water
  • SERVICE AREA WITHIN REGION: Tucson +/- 200 miles
  • COMMENTS: I’m a poor grad student so I do require gas money but I can definitely do rides to laundry, food, shops, and showers!!
Betsy and Wayne Lubis
  • CONTACT: 913-256-8894; 913-244-5213 (phone call preferred)
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: We are located in the heart of Tucson near the U of A and plenty of restaurants and resupply options. Our accommodations aren’t luxurious (an extra bedroom, a pull-out sofa, a screened porch) and the food isn’t gourmet. But, thru-hikers are welcome to come, clean up, spend a night or two, resupply and we’ll get you back out there.
Seth Miller
  • CONTACT: 202-492-5180 (preferred); sethmill@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3), Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Patagonia, Sonoita, Vail, Tucson
  • COMMENTS: Located in Vail. Call anytime, free weekends – Prefer 12-24hrs notice
Shaman Osburn
  • CONTACT: 616-548-1438 (text preferred); shaman.osburn@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations
  • REGION(S): Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9), Santa Catalinas (passages 10-11/11c)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Tucson
  • COMMENTS: Work Mon-Fri but ambitious to help thru hikers when time allows. Live in Tucson, don’t hesitate to reach out
David Rabb
  • CONTACT: drabb1956@gmail.com (preferred); 650-431-5109
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Borderlands (passages 1-3), Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9), Santa Catalinas (passages 10-11), Oracle (passages 12-13)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Sierra Vista, Patagonia, Sonoita, Vail, Tucson, Summerhaven, Oracle
Eric Reich
  • CONTACT: 907-347-8322 (text preferred), eric.reich@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION(S): Santa Rita Foothills (passages 4-6), Cienegas (passages 7-8), Rincon Mountains (passage 9)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Vail
  • COMMENTS: Call anytime, we work so after 5 pm for services needed, free weekends
Gregory Rogan
  • CONTACT: gcrogan@gmail.com (preferred); 520-784-4496
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations
  • COMMENTS: Limited availability for shuttles due to work schedule … will do my best to accommodate!
Abigail Smith
  • CONTACT: 520-576-3703 (text preferred), Abilinsmith@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Hello fellow Travelers! My name is Abi and I’m a Tucson local who’s backpacked and hiked from Arizona to Alaska. With young kids now, my husband and I are more weekend warriors than thru hiking. We’ve both experienced the magic of a trail angel a few times during our adventures and happy that we can now pay it forward. Safe Travels and welcome to AZ!–Abi
Todd Thompson
  • CONTACT: Thzouave@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I’m willing to help hikers and bikers experiencing serious, unexpected problems. I’m willing to “come to the rescue.”
Sonoran Desert – Oracle to Superior
Christopher Budny
Que Carrillo
  • CONTACT: 928-245-0784 (text preferred); Aznativex4@icloud.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Our home (Jeff Hough is hubby) is open to all hikers and bikers! We can shuttle when we are available, laundry, hot shower, bed, Wi-Fi, cold beer, hiker box. We love hosting you on your journey!!
Sandy Fortner
  • CONTACT: 480-388-0348 (text preferred); dinahmoehum51@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shower/laundry
  • COMMENTS: Superior area. Please TEXT me. I generally cannot help out last minute, but, with advance notice, I can usually arrange my schedule and help out. I am not super close to the Trail, but can help out at Superior with prior notice. I am in Apache Junction – 40 miles west of Superior but you are welcome to take a zero here.
Ken Gibson
  • CONTACT: 323-388-6774
  • SERVICES: Shuttles
  • COMMENTS: I will be glad to do pick-ups and drop-offs at the Kelvin Bridge (Gila River crossing). Can provide shuttles into Kearny.
Allison Griffin
  • CONTACT: bearhandsaz@gmail.com (preferred); 520-896-9716
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Best to contact me a few days ahead. My work schedule can dictate my availability. Email, phone, or text – I check each daily, but not hourly.
Anne Hatfield
  • CONTACT: 520-444-3315
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry
  •  COMMENTS: I can give you a ride to the store to restock and offer you a shower and laundry in the Oracle area.
Justin Henderson
  • CONTACT: 480-710-1904 (text); jjmrh84@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Superior
  •  COMMENTS: I’m in the Phoenix area, but I can provide assistance as needed. I can provide rides and am willing to cache water when possible.
Jeff and Que Hough
  • CONTACT: 928-245-1213 (text preferred); Arizonahunter@hotmail.com
  • SERVICES: shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • REGION: Oracle (passages 12-13), Copper Corridor (passages 14-15), Mineral Mountains (passages 16-17), Superstition Mountains (passages 18-19)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Oracle, Kearny, Superior
  • COMMENTS: We have opened our home to all AZT hikers, We live in Kearny just off the trail and do what we can for them. We love being Trail Angels and hosted our home to 202 hikers last thru hiking season.
Bronte Ibsen
  • CONTACT: 480-452-9663 (text preferred); bronteibsen96@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I live in Phoenix, but am happy to travel to locations for pickup/caching. Also very happy to set up trail magic on-trail (shade/chairs/cold drinks/snacks) at easy road access or trailheads and camp out to provide stuff.
Henry (U-turn) Kirk
  • CONTACT: azt@rvwindquest.com (preferred); 936-933-0654 (text only)
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Shuttles from PHX to the trail from Oracle to Pine. Special requests from Tucson will be considered. Supply runs and resupply are available and caching water at selected locations. Please email or text….no phone calls. Donations only.
Samantha Martinez
  • CONTACT: 520-827-9448 (text); sammartinez165@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, accommodations
  • SERVICE AREA WITHIN REGION: Kearny
  • COMMENTS: Text is best. I am in nursing school but would love to help out as much as my school schedule allows!
Sallie McCutcheon
  • CONTACT: slmccutcheon1@cox.net (preferred); 602-944-1681
  • SERVICES: Shuttles
  • REGIONS: Superstition Mountains (passages 18-19), Four Peaks (passages 20-22)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Superior, Roosevelt
  • COMMENTS: I can pick up/drop off at trailheads (Picketpost and Sunflower). I can also go to/from Phoenix airport.
Jim Mowbray
  • CONTACT: 602-763-1713 (text preferred); mowbray.jim@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I work full time but can be available on weekends. I can hike up to 10 miles in a day (5 in 5 out) to cache water if there is a needed. I have a high clearance Jeep suitable for primitive roads.
Edith Nelson
  • CONTACT: 480-489-1509 (text preferred); Homelessedi@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • REGION(S): Mineral Mountains (passages 16-17), Superstition Mountains (passages 18-19)
  • CLOSEST GATEAY COMMUNITIES: Superior
  • COMMENTS: I live in East Mesa. I’m about 30 minutes from Sky Harbor airport. About 30 miles from Superior/Picket Post.
Tress Parra
Pete Stephens
  • CONTACT: 480-689-1075 (preferred); pstephens@cox.net
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Most interested in helping Passage 15 and 16 hikers. I am a native to the area the past 50 years, grew up in Florence, and still live nearby. I know the area well and am out and about in the area most winter weekends. Happy to help/advise.
Carole Winn
  • CONTACT: 914-602-9034 (text preferred); carolewinn@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles
  • REGION(S): Oracle (passages 12-13)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Oracle
  • COMMENTS: I can provide shuttles in the Oracle area and surrounding region. I can also provide shuttles to/from Tucson and Phoenix airports. Gas coverage required; per mileage rate varies based on shuttling needs.
Central – Superior to Pine
Mike and Kathy Beck
  • CONTACT: 928-978-7587 (text preferred); bceresco@comcast.net
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • REGION: Mazatzal Wilderness (passages 23-24), Rim Country (passages 25-26), Mogollon Rim (passages 27-29)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Pine, Payson
  • COMMENTS: We look forward to helping through hikers in our area. We have a relatively small home, and can accommodate a maximum of 3 hikers at a time here in Pine.
Brady Burns
  • CONTACT: 602-819-1311
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
Lee Carter
  • CONTACT: ccyclox@gmail.com (preferred); 303-880-5717
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Located in Fountain Hills or 30 miles from Sunflower. Can also assist with PHX shuttles and with thru-bikers who need a place to do bike maintenance.
Felicia French
  • CONTACT: 480-295-1696 (text preferred); ffrench711@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • REGION: Rim Country (passages 25-26), Mogollon Rim (passages 27-29)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Pine, Payson
  • COMMENTS: I NOBO thru hiked in 2019. I am currently working on the Navajo Reservation and only occasionally in the Pine area to assist as a Trail Angel. Please text me to see if I am available. If you know in advance when you will need help in the Pine area, I might be able to plan my time off there.
Kyle Gossett
  • CONTACT: 480-309-8075
  • SERVICES: Caching water
  • COMMENTS: Available to cache water periodically
Justin Henderson
  • CONTACT: 480-710-1904 (text); jjmrh84@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • NEAREST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Superior
  •  COMMENTS: I’m in the Phoenix area, but I can provide assistance as needed. I can provide rides and am willing to cache water when possible.
Bronte Ibsen
  • CONTACT: 480-452-9663 (text preferred); bronteibsen96@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I live in Phoenix, but am happy to travel to locations for pickup/caching. Also very happy to set up trail magic on-trail (shade/chairs/cold drinks/snacks) at easy road access or trailheads and camp out to provide stuff.
George Justin Jennings
Vicki Jewell
  • CONTACT: 602-403-5800
  • SERVICES: Shower/laundry
  • COMMENTS: Make sure you call us. We do have a guest house, but we have a lot of families to visit us. We need to know in advance if you will be visiting us.
Cindy Jordan
  • CONTACT: 602-318-7703 (text preferred); jordanca57@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Rim Country (passages 25-26), Mogollon Rim (passages 27-29)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Roosevelt, Payson, Pine, Mormon Lake Village
Lacey Keith
  • CONTACT: 928-951-6410 (preferred); laceybrundage@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water, shower/laundry, accommodations
  • COMMENTS: Private mother-in-law quarters available down in Gisela AZ. Can pick up at Sunflower, Roosevelt, or Payson.
Henry (U-turn) Kirk
  • CONTACT: azt@rvwindquest.com (preferred); 936-933-0654 (text only)
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Shuttles from PHX to the trail from Oracle to Pine. Special requests from Tucson will be considered. Supply runs and resupply are available and caching water at selected locations. Please email or text….no phone calls. Donations only.
Sallie McCutcheon
  • CONTACT: slmccutcheon1@cox.net (preferred); 602-944-1681
  • SERVICES: Shuttles
  • REGIONS: Superstition Mountains (passages 18-19), Four Peaks (passages 20-22)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Superior, Roosevelt
  • COMMENTS: I can pick up/drop off at trailheads (Picketpost and Sunflower). I can also go to/from Phoenix airport.
Jim Mowbray
  • CONTACT: mowbray.jim@gmail.com(preferred); 602-763-1713
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I work full time but can be available on weekends. I can hike up to 16 miles in a day (8 in 8 out) to cache water if there is a need like that. I have an SUV that can take on some primitive roads if extreme high clearance is not needed.
Edith Nelson
  • CONTACT: 480-489-1509 (text preferred); Homelessedi@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • REGION(S): Mineral Mountains (passages 16-17), Superstition Mountains (passages 18-19)
  • CLOSEST GATEAY COMMUNITIES: Superior
  • COMMENTS: I live in East Mesa. I’m about 30 minutes from Sky Harbor airport. About 30 miles from Superior/Picket Post.
Daniel Peters
  • CONTACT: 480-332-6157 (preferred); drpaz79@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I routinely commute between Showlow and Phoenix. I often cross the AZT at Sunflower and also Pine but am willing to drive further if needed. Often near Four Peaks and Superstition wilderness. I am a Paramedic, Ham Radio operator, and Technical Rescue Technician.
Chris Schmidt
  • CONTACT: chris.schmidt10@yahoo.com (preferred); 480-375-1203
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION(S): Superstition Mountains (passages 18-19)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Superior
  • COMMENTS: I live in Apache Junction near the Superstition Mountains. I’m happy to help with shuttles or caches. I can easily get to any trailhead between Picket Post and Roosevelt Dam or hike in to meet somewhere. **Available weekends only**.
Scott & Becky Settje
  • CONTACT: 972-816-6907 (preferred); beckysettje@hotmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations (tent only), caching water
  • COMMENTS: We are offering our 6 acre paradise for thru hikers needing a break from the trail. Hot showers, laundry, and tent camping will be offered. We provide rides between Roosevelt Lake Marina, Payson, and Pine; including shuttles to and from Mills Ridge and Pigeon Springs trailheads. Bikes are provided and hikers can pedal 2 miles to the Tonto Basin Market and Dollar General for resupply. Donations to cover gas will be appreciated.
Fernando Shipley
  • CONTACT: fernando@fernandoshipley.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I love the trail and am willing to do what I can to help make the experience possible. This is not a job for me so a simple “please” will get you a long ways. Looking forward to seeing more people on the trail.
Mogollon Rim-Pine to Flagstaff
Mike and Kathy Beck
  • CONTACT: 928-978-7587 (text preferred); bceresco@comcast.net
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • REGION: Mazatzal Wilderness (passages 23-24), Rim Country (passages 25-26), Mogollon Rim (passages 27-29)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Pine, Payson
  • COMMENTS: We look forward to helping through hikers in our area. We have a relatively small home, and can accommodate a maximum of 3 hikers at a time here in Pine.
Brady Burns
  • CONTACT: 602-819-1311
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
Felicia French
  • CONTACT: 480-295-1696 (text preferred); ffrench711@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • REGION: Rim Country (passages 25-26), Mogollon Rim (passages 27-29)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Pine, Payson
  • COMMENTS: I NOBO thru hiked in 2019. I am currently working on the Navajo Reservation and only occasionally in the Pine area to assist as a Trail Angel. Please text me to see if I am available. If you know in advance when you will need help in the Pine area, I might be able to plan my time off there.
Kyle Gossett
  • CONTACT: 480-309-8075
  • SERVICES: Caching water
  • COMMENTS: Available to cache water periodically
Vicki Jewell
  • CONTACT: 602-403-5800
  • SERVICES: Shower/laundry
  • COMMENTS: Make sure you call us. We do have a guest house, but we have a lot of family visit us. We need to know in advance if you will be visiting us.
Cindy Jordan
  • CONTACT: 602-318-7703 (text preferred); jordanca57@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, food/meals, caching water
  • REGION(S): Rim Country (passages 25-26), Mogollon Rim (passages 27-29)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Roosevelt, Payson, Pine, Mormon Lake Village
Jason and Elizabeth Odhner
  • CONTACT: Jasonodhner@gmail.com (preferred); 602-762-1975
  • SERVICES: Food/meals, caching water
  • COMMENTS: We live full-time in a blue skoolie. We look forward to offering meals, water, and a charging station for anyone who needs it.
Daniel Peters
  • CONTACT: 480-332-6157(preferred); drpaz79@yahoo.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I routinely commute between Showlow and Phoenix. I often cross the AZT at Sunflower and also Pine but am willing to drive further if needed. Often near Four Peaks and Superstition wilderness. I am Paramedic, Ham Radio operator, Technical Rescue Technician.
Shannon Trout
  • CONTACT: 602-758-9167 (text preferred); Shannon.gephart@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • COMMENTS: I look forward to meeting you. Please come all are safe and welcome. I have a studio that can accommodate up to 4 and a private room for couples. Reservations 24 hours prior are appreciated.
Flagstaff Area
Paul Beier
  • CONTACT: paul.beier@nau.edu (preferred); 928-699-3578
  • SERVICES: accommodations
  • COMMENTS: Paul & Maryann offer a quiet, scenic, mountain-view campsite on the rim of 50-ft deep Sinclair Cyn, 5 blocks to REI & Whole Foods. Max group: 2; no dogs. On-street parking OK Apr 1- Oct 31. As newbie trail angels, we provide shower tent with warm water shower bag, & porta-potty that fits in shower tent. As Maryann gets more relaxed, we may offer an indoor bathroom hour.
Brian Blue
  • CONTACT: blue.beblue@gmail.com (preferred); 928-600-0595
  • SERVICES:  Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • REGION(S): Flagstaff (passages 32-34), Stagecoach (passages 35-36), The Grand Canyon (passages 37-38)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Flagstaff
Michael Gelfeld
  • CONTACT: 240-477-3163 (text preferred); michael.gelfeld@gmail.com
  • SERVICES:  Shuttle, showers, laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • REGION(S): Flagstaff (passages 32-34)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Flagstaff
  • COMMENTS: I am a former AZT thru hiker (2019). I loved the trail so much that I moved to Flagstaff after finishing my hike! I can offer space to stay in my house (floor w/air mattress or couch or tenting in backyard), along with shuttles, water caching, rides around town etc. I live pretty close to downtown, grocery stores, as well as the Schultz Trailhead.
Tim and Cathy Griffin
  • CONTACT: griffincathy88@gmail.com (preferred); 928-774-9560
  • SERVICES: Shower/laundry, accommodations
  • COMMENTS: We live right off the trail in Flagstaff. We can offer bed, shower, laundry, meals, and rides around town. We are also dog-friendly.
Doug Holderman
Mckayle Law
  • CONTACT: 801-686-1700
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, caching water
  • COMMENTS: Howdy! I can occasionally host, and I am usually available for shuttling, laundry, cooking up a homemade meal and showing you around town. I plan on doing the trail spring 2021 and would love to hear your stories.
Bernie and Penny Loyer
  • CONTACT: hbployer@hotmail.com; 610-780-8587
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, accommodations, caching water
  • COMMENTS: We have a home just off of the Arizona Trail, Section 34S, on the side of Humphreys and above Fern Mountain. This summer we want to offer hikers on the trail a place to camp, showers, laundry and meals free of charge. Ideally we need a couple of days of advance notice.
Jason and Elizabeth Odhner
  • CONTACT: Jasonodhner@gmail.com (preferred); 602-762-1975
  • SERVICES: Food/meals, caching water
  • COMMENTS: We live full-time in a blue skoolie. We look forward to offering meals, water, and a charging station for anyone who needs it.
Tracey Paulsen
  • CONTACT: 480-347-6732 (text preferred); tracyp2433@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, caching water
  • REGION: Flagstaff (passaged 32-34)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Flagstaff
  • COMMENTS: I’m an AZT alum living in Flagstaff, I will be happy to help with shuttles or caching water or bringing supplies. Text me! Depending on my work schedule I may also be able to travel further around the state.
Tim and Melody Varner
  • CONTACT: 928-853-3374 (text preferred); melstrails@msn.com
  • SERVICES: Shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • REGION: Flagstaff (passages 32-34)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Flagstaff
  • COMMENTS: We live in Flagstaff conveniently near the trail and shopping in town! You are welcome to contact us on short notice and stay multiple nights to make sure you are fully rested before hitting the trail. We have the standard things hikers will want including a shower, laundry, WIFI, and cable TV. We are happy to pick up from the trail and shuttle to town services. We often provide meals as well, all free of charge. And we live very close to the general delivery on Postal Blvd. Non-smoking premises. PLEASE remember to carry out empty jugs by consolidating any available water!
Grand Canyon South – Flagstaff to South Rim Grand Canyon
Brian Blue
  • CONTACT: blue.beblue@gmail.com (preferred); 928-600-0595
  • SERVICES:  Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations, caching water
  • REGION(S): Flagstaff (passages 32-34), Stagecoach (passages 35-36), The Grand Canyon (passages 37-38)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Flagstaff
Martha Davis
Martin Heilman
  • CONTACT: 760-809-3962 (preferred); martyheilmanwolf@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower/laundry, caching water
  • COMMENTS: I live within a 1/2 mile of the trail in Flagstaff. I can offer a room in my house with a private bathroom and laundry.
Doug Holderman
Kate Pitts
  • CONTACT: kate.e.pitts@gmail.com (preferred); 970-342-1642
  • SERVICES: Caching water, shower/laundry
  • COMMENTS: I can also teach a restorative yoga for hiking class.
Lightning Princess
  • CONTACT: canyonfreakadventures@gmail.com (preferred); 623-329-0255
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, caching water
  • REGION: Flagstaff (passages 32-34), Stagecoach (passages 35-36), Grand Canyon (passages 36-38)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNIITES: Flagstaff, Tusayan, Grand Canyon South Rim
  • COMMENTS: Available year-round at GC South Rim
Kaibab Plateau – North Rim Grand Canyon to Utah
Denise Hargis
  • CONTACT: Kygirlaz@yahoo.com (preferred); 928-614-8478
  • SERVICES: Shuttles
  • REGION(S): The Arizona Strip (passages 38-43)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Jacob Lake, Kanab
  • COMMENTS: I live in Page and can do shuttles from the Northern Terminus, North Rim, Jacob Lake, and Kanab. Accommodations available on a case by case basis.
Max ‘Peter Pan’ Hoffman
  • CONTACT: 614-312-1308 (text preferred); Max.puzzle.piece@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, accommodations
  • REGION: Arizona Strip (passages 38-43)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITIES: Jacob Lake, Kanab
  • COMMENTS: I love the AZT and am honored to be able to help others enjoy it as well! I can offer a shower, laundry, and a couch or floor or space for a tent outside (don’t have guest beds sorry). Also I’m fairly broke – need reimbursement for gas. I can shuttle to/from Stateline or St. George, where there is a municipal airport and a shuttle to Vegas.
Ashley Rankin Brunner
  • CONTACT: 928-660-7191 (preferred); ashley.rankin.bw@gmail.com
  • SERVICES: Shuttles, shower, laundry, food/meals, accommodations
  • REGION: The Arizona Strip (passages 38-43)
  • CLOSEST GATEWAY COMMUNITY: Kanab
  • COMMENTS: Hey hikers! I offer shuttles between Page and the Junction of House Rock Valley Road / US-89. I’m no longer able to go all the way to the Northern Terminus. So if you can make it 11 more miles from the Terminus to the Highway, I’ll come & getcha. We can also discuss potential lodging, showers, meals, and vehicle storage at my place in Big Water. Reach out!
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