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Havasu Falls (Hualapai Hilltop to Supai Village and back): what to bring

Havasupai Tribe (Havasu Canyon), Arizona · 25.7 km round trip · 608 m climb · Usually 3 days · Best Feb–Nov

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Permit or reservation needed · Hot and exposed

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An estimate from the US Army's Load Carriage Decision Aid (Looney et al., 2022), on trail, with half the walking up and half down this trail's average grade, plus your resting burn for the rest of the day. Cold, snow, a fast pace or a heavier pack mean more.

Distance from Havasupai Tribe (Havasu Canyon)'s page (park page), checked October 25, 2026. Trails change: check the park's page and conditions before you go. The Gear Fox isn't affiliated with the park.

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What should I bring for Havasu Falls (Hualapai Hilltop to Supai Village and back)?

The 10 essentials (navigation, headlamp + spare batteries, sun protection, first-aid kit (with blister care), knife or multi-tool + repair tape, fire, emergency shelter, extra food (a day's worth more than you plan), extra water + a way to treat it, extra layers), plus for this trail: hiking boots, wool hiking socks (+ a dry pair), overnight pack (35 l+), trekking poles, light sun shirt + wide-brim hat, 3–4 l of water capacity, satellite messenger (inreach or similar), tent or shelter, sleeping bag + pad rated for the season, stove, fuel, pot, permit or reservation.

Do I need a permit for Havasu Falls (Hualapai Hilltop to Supai Village and back)?

Usually, yes: Havasupai Tribe (Havasu Canyon) manages permits or reservations for this area (dates, quotas or parking). Check its page for your dates before you go.

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