Can you get to Havasu Falls by car?


Can you get to Havasu Falls by car? The waterfalls are not easy to get to There are no roads to the waterfalls only a difficult 10 mile hike in each direction. The hike begins on the Havasupai Indian Reservation, a 4-5 hour drive from either Phoenix or Las Vegas.


Is Havasu Falls water cold?

The water maintains a relatively constant 70 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. Read the guide below to learn more about Havasu Falls weather, or check out our Havasu Falls map to see all Havasupai destinations and attractions!


Can you bring alcohol to Havasupai?

Havasupai and Hualapai reservations are both dry reservations. This means they do not sell nor permit alcohol on their land. It also means that if you have it in your possession, you can be fined, banned from Havasupai or charged with a felony with the possibility of up to 1 year of incarceration.


How much is the permit for Havasupai in 2023?

However, in 2023, visitors are required to stay a minimum of 3 nights. For the 3-night minimum stay, Havasu Falls permits in 2023 will cost $395/per person. Although these are the most expensive permits I've ever paid for, the unworldly experience of hiking to Havasu Falls is worth visiting!


Can you see Havasu Falls without a permit?

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 to drive to Havasupai falls?

Havasu Falls from Kingman, AZ
  1. Take I-40 E | 4.0 miles.
  2. Take the AZ-66 exit (EXIT 53) toward KINGMAN | 0.1 miles.
  3. Turn LEFT onto AZ-66 E/HISTORIC US-66 | 49.8 miles.
  4. Turn LEFT on INDIAN ROAD 18 | 60 miles.
  5. Arrive at Hualupai Hilltop/Havasu Falls Trailhead.


Can you swim in Havasu Falls?

While more powerful than Navajo Falls, Havasu is still mellow enough that you can swim behind the cascading waters and enjoy the approximately five-foot-deep pool at its base.


Is Havasu Falls crowded?

Havasu Falls Crowds: Very crowded. The permits for this hike sell out pretty much instantly. So if you are only looking for solitude… pick a different hike.


Do you need a pack mule for Havasu Falls?

From the trailhead, it is an 8-mile, downhill hike to Supai Village (where the tribe resides), and another 2 miles to Havasu Falls and the campground. This beautiful hike can be done with or without the assistance of pack mules and you must book a campground or pack mule permit online before you can hike in.


Can kids do Havasu Falls?

How difficult is the hike? The hike to Havasu Falls is ten miles, one-way. We recommend a minimum age of 10. Younger children may be able to complete the hike, if they have hiking experience.


Why is Havasu Falls so expensive?

In a post, the Havasupai tribe said it made the decision to raise prices because the popular hiking and swimming spot in the Grand Canyon has gone viral and the demand for permits has greatly increased. “We have many more reservation requests than available campground spaces,” the post said.


What is the best month to visit Havasu Falls?

The best weather at Havasu is found between March and November, and spring and fall are ideal if you are hiking in and out. The waterfall's cold water feels the best in the heat of the Arizona summer sun, while winter trips offer seclusion from crowds.


Are there mosquitoes at Havasupai?

Mosquitoes are a-plenty due to the lush vegetation and water supply among many other factors (Google 'perfumed lotions' + bugs).


Is Havasu Falls still closed?

Havasu Falls will reopen to tourists on Feb. 1, 2023.


How do I get to Havasu waterfall?

Havasu Falls from Kingman, AZ
  1. Take I-40 E | 4.0 miles.
  2. Take the AZ-66 exit (EXIT 53) toward KINGMAN | 0.1 miles.
  3. Turn LEFT onto AZ-66 E/HISTORIC US-66 | 49.8 miles.
  4. Turn LEFT on INDIAN ROAD 18 | 60 miles.
  5. Arrive at Hualupai Hilltop/Havasu Falls Trailhead.


Can you go to Havasu Falls for a day?

To visit Havasupai, one first must have permits and reservations to camp over night, or to stay at the lodge. Day trips into the waterfalls are not permitted.


Where do you sleep at Havasu Falls?

All visitors must book a stay at either the Havasupai Campground or the Havasupai Lodge. Both reservations include the permits needed to access Havasu Falls. For 2023, all campground reservations are for four days and three nights and are $395 per person.


How much does it cost to go to Havasu Falls?

Plan Your Trip to Havasupai Falls Any visitor must have a reservation and entrance fees are now paid in advance. The cost is $100-$125 per person/night including all taxes and environmental fees. These fees can be paid upfront online when you make your reservation.


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