Havasupai Falls
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This secluded aqua waterfall in the Grand Canyon is the perfect swimming hole, and the Havasupai tribe's fiercely protected natural wonder.

๐Ÿ“œ Group of aquamarine waterfalls within Havasu Canyon, on the Havasupai Indian Reservation.
๐Ÿ” Home to the Havasupai people, meaning โ€œpeople of the blue-green water,โ€ known for stunning aquamarine waterfalls and 70-degree travertine pools.

Why Go

๐ŸŒŠ Stunning turquoise waterfalls and pools, perfect swimming holes with 70-degree travertine pools.
โ›ฐ๏ธ Secluded natural wonder in the Grand Canyon with unparalleled beauty and stunning cascades.
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Challenging but rewarding hike through red rocks, cacti, and ancient pictograms.
โœจ Explore five distinct waterfalls: Havasu, Mooney, Navajo, Supai, and Beaver Falls.
๐Ÿคธ Opportunity for high cliff jumps and swimming behind falls.

Why Avoid

โš ๏ธ Permit and reservation required, highly competitive and sell out quickly.
๐Ÿšซ Day trips not permitted, requires at least one-night reservation.
๐Ÿšถโ€โ™€๏ธ Strenuous 10-mile hike each way, or expensive helicopter/horse/mule ride.
๐Ÿ”ฅ Trail subject to closure in summer (June-August) due to extreme heat (above 115ยฐF / 46ยฐC).
โš ๏ธ Extremely risky cliff jumps and swimming behind falls.
๐Ÿ“ต No Wi-Fi or cell service in canyon, limited in village.
๐Ÿšจ No emergency assistance in canyon, rescue costs are visitor's responsibility.
๐Ÿšซ Prohibited items (alcohol, drugs, drones, weapons) subject to search and penalties.

Tips

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Official season Feb-Nov; earlier months mean colder waters but possibly fewer crowds. Summer (June-August): trail subject to closure due to flooding and extreme heat.
๐ŸŽ’ Bring good hiking/water shoes, sunscreen, hat, first-aid kit, snacks, and at least 1 gallon of water per person. Campers need tent, sleeping bag, pad, pillow, stove; bring food regardless of accommodation.
๐Ÿ“ For groups, have one member purchase all permits (up to four per account) to ensure the same dates.

Cost

๐Ÿ’ฐ Permit and reservation required, includes stay and taxes/fees; payments are non-refundable.

Hours

๐Ÿ•’ Official season: February 1 - November 30.

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