However, the area can be stifling hot during midsummer. Spring is a good choice to view budding cacti. Autumn is appealing when cottonwood trees turn golden. Water can be filtered from Nine Mile Creek, but Wellington is the last outpost for drinking water and, more importantly, beer, ice, and junk food. There are a few motels and restaurants in Wellington.
Price has all visitor services including a bike shop.
Beyond that, it's Sticksville. Backcountry camping is allowed up the passable side canyons. Avoid camping at ruins, rock art panels, or on private property. The area can be hot in the summer, so bring an adequate water supply. Traveling the Nine Mile Canyon Road is not recommended when it's wet because the clayey road can turn to potter's slip instantly.