Havasupai
Deep in the Grand Canyon is a paradise few people get to see. For those willing to hike the 10 miles each way, Havasupai is home to five majestic waterfalls & many soaking pools. The blue-green color of the water makes havasupai look & feel like a tropical destination most people only dream about.
Havasu Falls 360
221
Miles
Distance from Las Vegas to Hilltop Trailhead
4.12
Hours & Minutes
Driving time from Las Vegas
The village of Supai is the only place to still have the US Mail delivered by a mule train.
Getting to Supai - The village of Supai is located 9 miles from the hilltop parking lot. Hiking, horseback or helicopter are the options for getting there. If hiking in, take plenty of water & get an early start to beat the heat. Reservations are required for horseback & mules that are available for packing in gear or riding to the campground. Helicopter rides start at 10am & are first come, first served. The helicopter doesn't operate every day, check with Havasupai tribe for schedule.
Fees - Reservations must be made in advance by telephone. There is an Environmental Care Fee & Entrance Fee Permit. Check with Havasupai Tourism for current fees.
The Supai Cafe is located in the center of the village. They serve breakfast, lunch & dinner. The food is tasty & priced well considering your location. The menu has many options but they are some times out of items due to their remoteness.
The Havasupai Reservation is a treasure of the Grand Canyon that many people don't get to see. Havasu Canyon is known for its majestic waterfalls & beautiful blue-green waters. The spring fed Havasu Creek runs over 10 miles through the canyon. Five major waterfalls cascade along the way. First is Fifty Foot Falls, which was created after a 2008 flash flood. Here, many different falls seem to come out of the vegetation falling into a soaking pool. Second is Rock Falls, which drops 25 ft . Although it is downstream from Fifty Foot Falls, it is the first fall seen from the trail. Next, Havasu Falls shows the true beauty of Havasupai. With its large soaking pool, this 100 ft fall is a surreal place to float the day away. Mooney Falls at 200 ft is the tallest. Descending requires scrambling through a series of tunnels followed by chains & ladders that are bolted into the cliff face. Don't attempt if afraid of heights or unsure of climbing abilities. Beaver Falls, about 2 miles downstream from Mooney, is a series of cascading falls with many soaking pools to enjoy.
Lodging - Lodging at Havasupai is located in the village of Supai. Accommodations are two double beds, private bath & air conditioning. There is no telephone or TV in the gust rooms.
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