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    Jessica P.

    What an incredible experience hiking down to see these falls! The hike back up is no joke, but so worth it! The turquoise water is just magical and the perfect treat to cool off after hiking.

    My view from hammock/bed for the 3 nights.
    Caroleann B.

    This place is a gem... not something you would imagine finding in the desert. Ok, maybe you could find a waterfall in a desert but you would never expect to see this beautiful blue color! You'd think you were somewhere tropical! Important to mention, this is not a National Park nor is it a day use park. You will need to obtain a permit to enter the Havasupai Indian Reservation. It is an 11 mile hike in or there is an option to take a helicopter in. That you will have to research since we hiked. Expect to do around 50 miles in the 3 days you are there. This is the 2nd time my husband I did this hike. Our first time was in 2019. We loved it so much we scored tickets to return for our birthday dates the following year. That was pushed out 3 years because of Covid. Our first hike in 2019 was in the month of October. The weather was great. This year hiked in at the end of April. We found it to be a bit cooler during the day which made it a bit more comfortable, less bugs flying in or around your face. Approaching Havasu Falls... you will be amazed, but what was more amazing is the color at the bottom of the falls. This pretty turquoise ..... It is very loud at all of the waterfalls and the spray is pretty intense so if you choose not to go in you will still get somewhat wet. Wear some kind of shoe wear in the water, it is pretty rocky. I wore my water sandals. This time of the year towards the later afternoon you will hear a lot of frogs. I think it was mating season. When we went in October we caught the end of the tarantula mating season and saw only 2 tarantulas, one was alive. If you are adventurous you've got to put this on your bucket list!!!

    Van D.

    The grandeur of Havasu Canyon is captured beautifully in the legendary blue-green waters of Havasu Falls. Permits via the Havasupai Tribe website are needed to visit the area, and it requires a hike of around ten miles from the Hualapai Hilltop trailhead to reach this specific site, but descending from Supai Village and making the slight turn to behold Havasu Falls is a jaw-dropper -- simply stunning and more than worth the effort. No matter how many treks you make worldwide, you'll be hard pressed to beat the magnificence of this iconic waterfall!

    Night pic, no lights on
    Alicia C.

    Among one if the 7 wonders of the world, a must-visit! Get your permit and my opinion get ready for a magical place. Upon entering the campground you will hear the waterfalls before you actually see this big beautiful place. Words and pictures don't do this place justice. If you plan on a visit please bring good water shoes, and microfiber towel with biodegradable sunscreen and body soap. I recommend a chair and your lunch. Fill your water at the watering spring just below at the campground. Plan on exploring the caves and enjoying this water fall before moving onto the next ones. Again, take your time going down, and be sure to catch every angle. The water felt great in April 2023, Be sure to bring water camera case, the mist can spray your stuff but it feels so good to soak your body in the blue green water. Please enjoy my pictures.

    Marshall E.

    Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls, Beaver Falls and the hike to them and between them are some of the most beautiful examples of Mother Nature I have ever seen. But all of that beauty cannot mask the dilapidated conditions of Supai Village and the prevailing negative attitude of the Natives towards their paid guest. Although this attitude may not always be overt (although sometimes it is, "White Lives Matter" whispered under breath by a very intoxicated passing native, was the insult that registered with me most) it's always there, just under the surface. And we haven't even gotten to the dirty toilets and animal abuse (I will spare you the details and instead point you to the reviews on this subject from March 2023-Traci T. and March 2020-Francisco D) other than to say, according to some accounts, horses are being overworked, not provided adequate water and are dying on the trail because of it. So, am I happy I went? Yes, it was as beautiful or more beautiful than I had imagined. Would I have gone, knowing what I know now. Hmm, I don't know.

    Markus N.

    This is a Useful review. Or it's intended to be Useful. Let me know if I've left anything out. For context this - I believe the desert southwest to be among the most beautiful places on earth. Draw a line connecting Arches to Mesa Verde to Havasu to Zion to Capitol Reef and back to Arches and you circumscribe a landscape that almost defies description. Read Abbey's Desert Solitaire or Monkeywrench Gang; he's amongst the best place writers I've encountered and he loves this land. Havasu is like Bryce Canyon in that it isn't expansive and can be reasonably explored in a shorter visit. Here are a few things I think you might like to know: 1. Peach Springs is the nearest town and if you're going to set out early staying at the Grand Canyon Caverns Inn the evening before is a good way to go. Two and a half hour drive from Vegas. Free continental breakfast and they'll let you leave a behind bag so you don't have to pack both pair of your Chanel heels into the canyon. You'll want to bring the shabbier stilettos in for the 'Gram. 2. Two ways to get down the trail - a ten minute helicopter ride (80/85 clams each way) or hike. If you choose the latter, the initial descent is steepish with switchbacks but not exceedingly long (maybe 2,000 foot elevation loss). The balance of the 8-mile walk to the Supai Village is via a wash with a gradual grade. If you hustle you can be in the village in two hours. If you prefer a slower walk, three to three and a half. Helicopter is first come first served and its operator, Air West, does not fly every day of the week. Check their schedule before making yours if you intend to rely on the chopper. Weather matters too. In November they fly from 10 to 1 on Friday and Sunday. Going down is easy and there was no wait. Many more ppl fly out than in and if you elect to fly out plan on being at the pad in the village hours before 10. We arrived the pad at 8 and had a dozen parties ahead of us (and several Havasupai, who fly priority regardless the time they arrive). We were out by noon ish. 3. The village has a cafe and a store and it appeared as if each is open year-round. The store has provisions for the camping so you don't have to pack in the totality of your food. Maybe pack the dehydrated provisions and get sandwiches and canned goods at the store once you're down. There's a simple lodge with simple rooms but try as I might I could never get anyone to answer the reservation line. I heard a traveler remark that she walked up last weekend and there was availability so who knows. There's 3G in the village w reliable connectivity. The signal can be picked up almost all the way to Havasu Falls themselves. Not a wilderness experience by any stretch of the imagination. 4. Camping requires permits, and you must make your reservation on February 1 of the year you plan to visit. The system crashed repeatedly and when I finally logged in all that was left was November. Which turned out to be fine. Cancellations happen, so if you're whimsical check throughout the year and see what's come available. Permits are for three days but you can leave whenever you want. We stayed two days. 5. The tribe runs pack animals for folks that don't desire to pack their entire camp themselves. Some reviewers here describe animal abuse. I observed none and had a felt sense that the wranglers cared deeply for their animals and treated them well. But they're pack animals. That's what they do. They carry stuff. Eventually they die. If this bothers you don't use the service. But don't post one-star passive-aggressive reviews, either. Ignore also the self-centered one stars that are butthurt bc they didn't get the slavish attention they're accustomed to in LA. Mule reservations can be made on-line. Do this on February 1 as well. And if you intend to stay for only two of your three days make sure to amend the automatic three-day mule reservation lest you get an unpleasant surprise the day you want to head out. 6. If you charter a mule you may want to camp nearest the mule depot, as you need to have your take out gear to the corral by 7 in the morning. There are wheelbarrows to help make the transit easier, but if you're a half mile down the campground part of the canyon it's still a chore. And Fern Springs, the freshwater source, is close to the corral end so that's helpful too. 7. The choice campsites are taken by early afternoon. Best to figure a way to get one of your party to in and get your bad self staked out. There are composting toilets but no trash bins. Plan such that packing your garbage out isn't a royal pain. 8. Mooney Falls is at the far end of the campground; Beaver Falls are maybe two and a half miles further down the canyon. We arrived on a Friday, camped that night, spent all day Saturday hiking and photographing the falls, camped Saturday night and headed out Sunday morning. Beautiful place, definitely worth a visit.

    Breathtaking blue water. Worth the hike in...and out.
    Francisco D.

    I love backpacking and I love food. Maybe all my fluff indicates I like one over the other a little bit more. Yelp is normally not my channel for hiking posts but never hurts to spread the knowledge. So lets hop to it... Here are some quick tips up front: 1. You are GUESTS to their land and should RESPECT their land. 2. No photos of animals and in the village. I wouldn't want people coming into my house photographing me either. They're pretty strict about this. 3. Pack out what you bring in. Leave No Trace rule still applies here, everybody! 4. Bring enough water to cover yourself on the hike in/out. There's a drinkable water source that doesn't require filtering near the entrance of the campground. 5. Permits are released Feb 1st and goes for $350/person for 4 days and 3 nights (as of 2019). Day hikes are no longer allowed. 6. Toilets (compost), yes. Showers, no. 7. Hang your food, raccoons and squirrels all over. 8. The weather in the canyon was a bit warmer than the top. So take the weather readings with a grain of salt. The hike to the village was one of the most gorgeous hike I have ever done. Beautiful greenery tucked in between canyons. It was amazing. You know you are close to the village when you're greeted by running clear blue water. Be sure to check in at the tourist office. There was a restaurant and general store near the tourist office if you need it. I highly recommend trying their frybread (Supai taco). Cash only. Made our way to the campground and were greeted by the amazing Havasu Falls. Blue as water can get. A low hanging fruit would be to continue to the end of the campground towards Mooney falls. This requires you to traverse some tunnels and climb down some ladders. Don't look down and you'll be fine. Beaver falls was approximately 6mi (ish) out and back with some thigh deep river crossings. Hiking shoes and daypacks were very useful. Confluence was a bit further out (17mi round trip). Our group spent too long at Mooney and Beaver falls to make the Confluence, so I recommend making it two separate hikes. Everything was amazing - the hike, the nature and the breathtaking views. So what on Earth with the one star review? The people... This beautiful land is ruined by the lack of basic etiquette from the people coming through here and lack of care given to the land by the Havasupai people. For those backpackers who thinks this will be a backpacking trip - it's not. A good number of people we met here were first time "backpackers" and doing it for "the gram". This has brought an incredible amount of attention to this beautiful site and I am thankful the Havasupai people strictly enforces a permit policy. Furthermore, there was trash EVERYWHERE. Quite literally, you can find left over trash on every table. Most of which were fuel tanks and water jugs left behind by other groups. Packing out was too difficult because of the gruesome uphill return hike so littering in nature was the easier option. Some others we have seen were people who abused the pack mules to lug in their excessively heavy gear. I'd consider these the "car-camper" mentality who brought in their junk at another creature's expense. Now, don't get me wrong...I think its a pretty good idea with the pack mules. The pack mules will be going up for the villager's supplies either way, might as well make some money from the tourist by carrying their bags. Each trip will help pay for the mules expenses. But I was fairly disgusted at the lack of consideration on what people packed and how much they brought in. You really don't need a large "camper sofa" or a grill. Unfortunately, my last mark falls on the Havasupai people. We as guests on their land should practice a strict policy of Leave No Trace etiquette; however the crowd attracted to this amazing nature destination were not those who frequently practice this rule so there's a heavy mess everywhere. The trail and campsites are considerably wrecked from over-use and trash. Even the "garbage bins" (large industrial garbage bags that can be helicoptered out as a payload) was over-filled and piling out with trash. Animals were rummaging through it. The place could use some serious maintenance and love from the locals. However the sad fact is I feel this place with it's beauty is there to make money for the village and are heavily sought after by people who are searching for the perfect picture. The nature was beautiful but the people were ugly...

    Blue waters
    Lisa W.

    Havasu falls is like a waterfall lovers dream come true. With its beautiful colors, cool waters, picturesque waters... what more can you ask of a waterfall? It's also swimmable. Not many people have the chance to experience Havasupai and it's beautiful waterfalls... but if you can, I highly suggest you take tons of pictures and videos. It's totally the best waterfall ever.

    The Indians on this reservation that mange the horses and mules abuse and neglect them severely. The refuse to give them water and will not fill up their troughs. They tie these poor animals together and make the pull each other up the hills while being packed down with supplies. One of the mules fell and couldn't get up due to heat exhaustion. They were whipping the poor mule to the point of beating it. It wasn't able to get up and we found out later they shot it and burned it. These people DO NOT CARE FOR THEIR ANIMALS. PLEASE DO NOT USE THEM.

    Dianna O.

    If I can give this magical place more than 5 stars, I would. I went last year (2018) sometime in late October and it was one of the most amazing backpacking trip decision I've ever made. Yes, it takes about 12+ miles to hike to the campsite, but the hike was so beautiful and serene. We were lucky that the week before we got there it rained, so the water cleared up in time to see the turquoise color. You can never guess what the weather is like throughout the year; summers are harsh but I do recommend the spring or fall time. The hike wasn't bad at all. The first mile was the hardest part as you're going down a steep elevation, but the rest is easy peasy! Don't overpack. Make sure you have enough water, fruits, and energy bars throughout your hike. We stayed for 2 days and one night and I can honestly say that it was enough. We hiked to so many falls and each were breathtaking and beautiful! My goodness, unreal. UNREAL. We took the helicopter back out which cost us $85 each one way. Worth it, but there is a first come first serve basis. People who came at the crack of dawn didn't get to go on the helicopter until like 10am, note that the Supai prioritize their people as they come in and out to transport goods to their village. Also, the helicopter ride is limited until sometime in the afternoon so ensure that you get your name on the list. In terms of food, we didn't bring that much. Supai people are known for their frybread and it was pretty decent; enough to survive the days we stayed there and they also have a cafeteria, which is 3 miles from the campsite. Bring CASH as this is only their method of accepting payments. It would be a dream to visit this place again, but I know how in demand Hava Supai falls is around the globe. It truly is a majestic place and there's no place like it.

    Mooney falls
    Carmen T.

    10 out of 10 would go again! My friends and I recently got back from our Havasupai backpacking trip in late October. We got pretty lucky since the month before was closed due to flash floods and the two weeks before people experienced rain. The only unfortunate thing for us was that the water was a little cloudy from the loose dirt and was not as turquoise as we would have liked. Regardless, the views were still amazing. I'm sure I don't have to go too into detail about that. We left at 3AM from the hilltop and ended up at the campsite around 9-10AM. It is 1.5 miles downhill, 6.5 miles flat ground to the village, and about 2 additional miles to the campground. Here are some tips for those who plan to go: - the campgrounds further back are more spacious for bigger groups - head out early if you want to reserve a nice camp spot, we saw groups people struggling to find a good spot towards the end of the day - don't head to mooney falls too late because the climb down can be dangerous - make sure you bring water shoes if you plan to hike to beaver falls, you will walk in thigh high water (potentially waist if you're shorter like me) - water spicket is at the front of the campgrounds, if you do not want to walk too far to get water, I recommend getting a fold-able canister - there are nice bathrooms in the village (by the school), but it is not open in the morning Hope that helps!

    Coming down Mooney
    Paisley T.

    You have never seen a waterfall until you've seen Havasu Falls! Seriously. Pick up any national geographic or wonder of the world book and try not to ::confused face:: when you realize it's in Arizona. You CAN do this hike.. Don't fear the heat (literally) or believe the scaredy cats and psyche yourself out of the challenge. It's do-able. Scroll through the other reviews for tips. They are all true. Yes, be sure to know the seasonality (I went in October) because it really does make a difference. Yes, hike early to avoid high sun. Yes, bring minimal food because it ALL gets packed out. Yes, local people are humble and friendly, and yes, the hours for food/market in town are going to be limited. It's not the local Seven-11 after all. We packed in all our food but couldn't resist the local fry bread tacos after all :) Be patient as you descend down Mooney Falls and keep your gear/food away from birds and beasts. My gal pal lost her tent and clothes after ravens feasted on the food she stocked inside. Rookie mistake! I will say this.... Drink water. Drink water. Drink water. Don't care how experienced you are hiking all the mountains of the world. I planned ahead and hydrated big time (nearly doubled my daily water intake every day for a week) before the hike. I credit this for my stamina and avoided fatigue. On the way back, we encountered so many hikers asking us for any extra water we might have. They had already run out. And they weren't even halfway through the long stretch!... The way back is the challenging part of the climb. Don't skimp on water. It's dangerous and double no fun. We cut it close and near the top we started to run short on all our water packs also. Phew! That was close. Just carry the extra heavy water people. Final words - This is a once in a lifetime trip. Do it. Period.

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    Is overnight camping allowed at or near Trailhead?

    Camping is not allowed at or near the trailhead, neither is sleeping in the parking lot.

    How long is the hike to camp ground?

    The hike to the campground on average is 4-5 hours.

    Does it cost to get in?

    Yes you have to get a permit, which are up for grabs online Feb 1. They sell out very quickly!

    Who has hiked the 8 mi. back UP to trailhead? Helo won't fly on my dates, so 3 questions: On a 1 to 10 scale, how difficult is the hike up to park landing? How long did hike up take you? Your experience - novice, regular hiker or marathon runner? TY

    It depends what you are carrying. I would say a 7 or 8. There were people crying and arguing on the way up. It takes 5-8 hours back up. I'm an experienced seasonal hiker. I don't hike summers.

    How can I go to see this fall?

    You need to go to the Havasupai website and pay for the permits and hike 10 miles to the campground and then another 3-4 to see the falls...

    Where does the helicopter land back from the falls? Trying to book a room close.

    At the trailhead hilltop. There is only one "hotel" in the village!

    What is the best time of year to make the Havasupai hike?

    I think Spring time is the best from middle of March through May with moderate climate and the falls volume are still spectacular.

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    Mule Rides at the Grand Canyon

    4.4(37 reviews)
    55.1 km

    Did my birthday ride down to Havasupai gardens yesterday, a beautiful day with perfect weather…read more Thankful to our wranglers Brandy and Jason and our mules Felina and Joey!

    Kinda Expensive. But hey it's a once in a lifetime deal. Only the canyon vista ride was available…read morewhen I booked several months in advance for the summer. The rules are super strict and kinda unreasonable for some in my opinion. They include Long pant and long sleeve shirts. Closed toe shoes. Full brim hat with chin strap (no baseball caps) but Kids wear helmets. Lanyards for eye or sun glasses and phones (sold for $30 but fyi they can make ones with string for you too for free). Weight limit of 225 lbs. A Required call-in confirmation 48 hours in advance followed by Check-in the day before (90 minutes before ride checkin if you can't come day before or else 30 minutes before ride if you can). Fluent English also required which is probably why we saw zero non-Anglo ethnicities on our tour. Weight is done the day before you leave at the bright angel lodge checkin. Scale seems to weigh in a few pounds heavier than my scale at home. Not sure which is correct. You can park in guest reservation area right in front of the lodge to do the check in as finding parking is near impossible during the day. You get free Davey Crockett looking water flask bottle to keep but you gotta wash it out with lemon juice (given for free) overnight to get the inside clean and not tasting weird. You can fill it up at the water bottle filing station in the lobby of bright angel lodge It can be cold there even in June due to the high winds. Probably why you need a chin strap on the hats. One guy lost his hat even with the strap It's like $200 per person for a 2 hour ride that doesn't go into the canyon but just along the rim. Honestly 2 hours was 1 hour too long for us. Legs and butt sore by the end. Guides are nice. If you're up front you can hear stories from the guide. Otherwise it's just you and the mule to pontificate. Mules are housed around Yaki Point. About 15 minute ride from Bright Angel Lodge. They walk along the rim there. 1 hour out and 1 hour same path back.

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    4.8(23 reviews)
    132.7 km

    We've been on a few rides with Snow Canyon Trail and I highly recommend them…read more Mike is an awesome guide. But most importantly, you can tell they take great care of their beautiful horses. We have taken our young kids (at age 7) on these rides and they take great care of them, letting them ride alone, but guiding with the rope.

    If you haven't seen Snow Canyon from horseback, are you really living? Well, yes, probably. But I'd…read moredaresay that you aren't living life to the fullest. This is an experience you won't soon forget, and one that anybody can do! What are you waiting for? Booking our reservations was painless. I made a phone call and spoke with Patty, who gave me a few options of times for our ride. We had a group of three-two adults and a teenager. (On the day of the ride, we we met another group of three that joined us.) She gave me instructions on where to go on the day of our ride, and sent them again via text with GPS coordinates so we could easily meet our guide. Mike, our guide, was fantastic. He was friendly, took some time up front to give us a quick orientation and then asked each of us about our horse riding experience so he could match us up with an appropriate horse. He was patient with us, as some of us had very little experience. The trail itself was not all the way flat, but not so challenging that a novice rider would struggle. There are a few areas where we went up hill and then a few where we went down. Mike advised us on proper posture to make it easier on the horse as we navigated some of that hilly terrain. At one point, he recognized that the teen in the group was getting a little frustrated with his horse. He gave him some instruction and then engaged him in conversation about music-something they had in common. I appreciated that Mike was able to include everyone in the group in some way. He's a good dude. After the ride, we were given some carrots to feed our horses. I loved that part! I think the horses appreciated it too. This may not be an activity that we will do every time we visit St. George, but it will definitely be on that we remember forever and bring along some friends to show them the beauty of Snow Canyon from a different perspective.

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    Phantom Ranch

    4.5(67 reviews)
    55.2 km
    $$$

    It is very silly to write a Yelp review of a place that's nearly impossible to get a reservation…read moreat. But I do compulsively write Yelp reviews of everywhere I eat, so here goes. Location aside, the "hiker's stew" is genuinely an excellent stew. Good quality big chunks of beef and a really savory broth that lets you know just how long it was cooked. Some vegetables (corn) are likely canned, but that was both a minor issue and to be expected given the location. Overall it's genuinely very tasty. Salad was fresh but unremarkable. Cornbread was excellent. Cake was average. I do wish they had ice cream, but I understand the logistical difficulties there...

    Phantom Ranch is a unique experience in the bottom of the Grand Canyon. From the south rim, it is…read moreabout 7.5 miles down the South Kaibab trail or 10 miles via the Bright Angel trail. There's cabins and bunk houses that require a lottery 15 months in advance, which adds to the exclusivity of the experience. Steak dinner is offered by reservations only for $70pp U.S. From 8am- 8pm, there's a cantina open selling all the things you'd want while backpacking, including cold lemonade, beer, wine, snacks, and first aid items. This week, the canyon was bursting with color from all the flowers and vegetation growing after the heavy snow season. This was truly a special experience! The trail to Ribbon Falls/North Rim was closed at one of the bridges and the creek running too high to attempt a safe crossing, so we enjoyed a rest day and cooled off on the banks of the stunning Colorado River. We took pictures of the current ranch as big changes are underway with a new water system getting installed, which will impact access to the ranch for a while. Special mention to the staff, particularly Zach, who went above and beyond to show us hospitality. Also, best of luck to new hire Tyler as he settles into his new role at the ranch! The ranch is currently short-handed, and some of the staff are really feeling the stress, which is starting to show in their interactions with guests. Remember to be patient and kind. The bottom of the Grand Canyon can't be an easy place to live and work.

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    Havasu Falls - hiking - Updated June 2026

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