What is this?
You cannot enter the Havasupai reservation without a permit
. You used to be able to take a day hike to see Havasu Falls but day hikes are no longer allowed. To access the Havasupai waterfalls, you will need either a camping permit or a reservation at the Havasupai Lodge, the hotel on site.
How do I get a permit to camp in Havasu Falls?
To obtain permits for Havasu Falls camping, you can
call the tourism office at (928) 448-2121, or visit the Supai Campground website
. The office is open 9 am to 3 pm, Monday through Friday.
How much does it cost to camp at Havasupai Falls?
HAVASUPAI CAMPING AND RESERVATION FEES
The fee is
$100 per person per night Monday-Thursday, and $125/night Friday-Sunday
. Rates are normally adjusted on an annual basis. The Havasupai Tribe requires full payment at the time your reservation is made, and there are no refunds allowed.
Can you sneak into Havasu Falls?
DO: Get a Permit
Permits for hiking to Havasu Falls are required and very difficult to obtain since this place has become a highly sought after “insta-famous” location. Havasu Falls is located on a Native American reservation and
without a permit you are illegally trespassing on their land
.
How much is a Havasu Falls permit?
We estimate the Havasupai permit cost in 2020 to be around
$350 to $500 per person
. We assume Havasupai will continue with their minimum stay of 3 nights, 4 days. Reservations are 100% non-refundable and non-transferrable.
During the summer, from June to August, the trail is subject to close due to flooding and extreme heat (above 115°F / 46°C). Havasu Falls sits on the Havasupai Indian Reservation—which is not part of Grand Canyon National Park—so
you'll need to buy a permit from the Havasupai Tribe to access the area
.
Can you do a day trip to Havasu Falls?
For starters,
day hikes to Havasu Falls are extremely discouraged
(UPDATE NOW THEY'RE NOT EVEN ALLOWED), not to mention difficult, and potentially expensive, however it's pretty much your only option if you really want to see the falls.
Will Havasu Falls Open in 2021?
Here's what we know about reservations, rebooking. If you were hoping to hike to the turquoise and emerald Havasupai Falls, you'll have to wait until at least 2022 to plan your trek. The Havasupai Tribal Council has extended its suspension of tourism until Feb.
What is the best time of year to hike Havasu Falls?
The best time to visit Havasu Falls is in the
late fall, winter or early spring
. During the summer months, plan to hike as early as possible to avoid the heat. Remember to bring plenty of water for the hike, as there is no water available for hikers and the trail can be dry, hot and dusty.
When to Havasu Falls permits go on sale?
The Havasupai reservation system for the Havasu Falls campground permit for the current year can be purchased starting on
February 1st at 8:00 AM Arizona time
.
Why is the water at Havasu Falls so blue?
The creek is well known for its blue-green color and distinctive travertine formations. This is due to
large amounts of calcium carbonate in the water that formed the limestone that lines the creek and reflects its color so strongly
.
Will Havasu Falls Open in 2022?
Permits to Havasupai Falls typically go on sale on February 1st of each year. Although the Havasupai Tribe has been hopeful to reopen this beautiful sanctuary to the public again,
they have decided on extending the suspension of tourism until June 1, 2022
.
Can you ride horses to Havasupai Falls?
Bring your Horse
Unlike the Grand Canyon National Park,
you can bring your own horse to Havasu Falls
. You must bring your own feed and pay a fee at the Tourism office. Reservations are always required to camp or lodge so make sure you get that done.
Can you see Havasu Falls without hiking?
You can get to Havasu Falls without hiking
, but the trip will require planning and making sure you have a permit to explore the area ahead of time. There is an option to witness the vast beauty through a helicopter, mule, or horse guided tour.
Can you take your dog Havasu Falls?
It is important to note that you MUST HAVE A HAVASUPAI PERMIT in order to hike the Havasu Trail and stay in the campground or lodge. No day hiking is allowed, and
dogs are not allowed
.
Are Havasu Falls and Havasupai Falls the same?
Havasu Falls is the most well known of the Havasupai waterfalls
. It is 100 feet tall and cascades into a crystal blue-green pool just a 5-minute walk from the Havasupai Campground and about 2 miles from the Village of Supai.
Do you need a permit to hike the Grand Canyon rim to rim?
Quick tips for the Rim to Rim hike of the Grand Canyon: Day hike it –
no permit required
. Tips include starting very early, sitting out the hottest part of the day in the shade, bringing plenty of sweet and salty snacks.
Can I drive to Havasu Falls?
The best way to reach Havasupai is
from Highway 66, six miles east of Peach Springs, onto Indian Route 18, a 64 mile road to Hualapai Hilltop
. From the Hilltop parking lot there is an eight mile trail to Supai Village. This trail may be traveled either by foot or horse.
Do you need a permit for Beaver Falls AZ?
Do You Need a Permit for Beaver Falls Arizona? The easy answer is, Yes. Since day hiking on Havasupai land is strictly prohibited,
you will need a permit to hike down the canyon and visit the 5 Havasupai waterfalls
.
How long is the walk to Havasu Falls?
The hike to Havasu Falls from the trailhead is
10 miles
. It's an easy-to-navigate trail that meanders through a lovely orange canyon as you make your way the 8 miles to the town of Supai to check in and another 2 miles from there to the campground and Havasu Falls itself.
Is Havasu Falls open to the public?
The world-famous Havasupai waterfalls have been
closed to tourists since March 2020
. According to the press release, tourists with reservations in the first half of 2022 are being rebooked for the same dates in 2023. No further reservations will be taken for 2022.
Why is Havasupai closed?
The Havasupai Tribal Council closed the falls to tourists and locked down the reservation
when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020
. Since then, permits to hike to the falls have remained suspended with the Havasupai reservation as a whole closed to tourists.
