Campground to Beaver Falls
This spectacular trail takes hikers down the chains of Mooney Falls, through the blue-green waters of Havasu Creek, to the many soaking pools of Beaver Falls..
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Track Statistics
5.02
Miles
Hiking Distance
4.00
Hours & Minutes
Hiking Time
1081
Feet
Elevation Gain
Difficulty - Moderate
At 200 ft, Mooney Falls is the highest waterfall in Havasupai.
Overview - Shortly after leaving the campground, hikers reach Mooney Falls. This majestic waterfall is the tallest in Havasupai at 200 ft. There are a series of chains, tunnels & ladders that descend the cliff face (not for those fearful of heights). The trail heads downstream. It crosses the creek back and forth. At times, the trail travels the creek. After about a mile, the trail leaves the creek shore to the left & winds through a field of ivy. After rejoining & crossing the creek, the trail climbs the hillside. Soon, the trail descends & enters the creek. Follow the water to the top of Beaver Falls.
Trail Fun Facts - Mooney Falls is named after a miner who fell to his death in the late 1800's.
Tips - Yearly floods can change or wash away the trail in some places. Backtracking may be necessary.
Elevation Profile
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Finding the Trailhead
- The hike to Beaver Falls or the Colorado River starts at the south end of the Havasupai Campground.
Climbing the chains of Mooney Falls
Plan Ahead
Bring plenty of water.
Wear your water shoes, you'll be in & out of the water the whole hike to Beaver Falls.
Be careful on the chains at Mooney Falls. The bottom ladders & chains are usually wet from the mist, always have 3 points of contact while climbing down.
