Havasupai Plans for August
Well, this is 3yrs in the making and I finally got reservations. Unfortunately it's in middle August. And btw this is my first time so I'm really excited about this.
We have 15 people that initially signed up for this trip and perhaps more.
Anywho, I read the trip report from Sombeech back in 2005, and was wondering if this is an acceptable plan for those who have done it. Plus, I'm researching more and plans will change as I'm sure.
We would drive down Thursday, and arrive at the hilltop - late Thursday evening. We were planning on sleeping right there in the parking lot. The next day, we would hike down the 8miles and get to our campspot and then have the rest of the afternoon and evening to play in the water and the falls. Saturday, we would be our full day down there - and we will check out Mooney, and Beaver, and the two new waterfalls - Rock Falls and New Navajo Falls.
Sunday, hike back out in the morning and drive home. Long trip - but well worth the adventure.
My questions are:
1) How long does it take to travel between the falls - Havasu Falls to Mooney to Beaver Falls, etc.
2) Any recommendations on what gear NOT to bring.
3) I saw that there are water spigots on the TR, but should I bring a water purifier regardless (I usually do anyways...but just checking)
4) Any fun spots to share and locations? The TR mentioned rope swings, but which falls are those at?
5) Does the reservation take credit cards or checks (I haven't checked thoroughly but imagine they would)
6) Would a GPS be helpful for navigation or anything else?
7) Should I wear my short shorts or my speedo? heh
thanks!
Re: Havasupai Plans for August
Congrats, Havasu is fun!
Don't expect to get a good night's sleep on the hilltop.
I'd recommend starting the hike down and hike up as early as you can manage in August.
Havasu Falls to Mooney is a 15 minute walk.
Mooney to Beaver...hmmm, maybe 1.5 hrs (one way).
Havasu and the new falls are above the campground. Mooney and Beaver are below. Bit of walking to go between the two.
If anyone is up for it, I'd recommend the hike all the way to the Colorado.
Don't swallow the river water or filter from the creek. Many/most will filter from the campground spring. Others drink it directly. I'd recommend filtering.
A GPS will not be very useful except to help figure out how many quarter miles until you get there. Canyon is too deep for accuracy. You should probably just leave it at home.
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Originally Posted by jman
Well, this is 3yrs in the making and I finally got reservations. Unfortunately it's in middle August. And btw this is my first time so I'm really excited about this.
We have 15 people that initially signed up for this trip and perhaps more.
Anywho, I read the trip report from Sombeech back in 2005, and was wondering if this is an acceptable plan for those who have done it. Plus, I'm researching more and plans will change as I'm sure.
We would drive down Thursday, and arrive at the hilltop - late Thursday evening. We were planning on sleeping right there in the parking lot. The next day, we would hike down the 8miles and get to our campspot and then have the rest of the afternoon and evening to play in the water and the falls. Saturday, we would be our full day down there - and we will check out Mooney, and Beaver, and the two new waterfalls - Rock Falls and New Navajo Falls.
Sunday, hike back out in the morning and drive home. Long trip - but well worth the adventure.
My questions are:
1) How long does it take to travel between the falls - Havasu Falls to Mooney to Beaver Falls, etc.
2) Any recommendations on what gear NOT to bring.
3) I saw that there are water spigots on the TR, but should I bring a water purifier regardless (I usually do anyways...but just checking)
4) Any fun spots to share and locations? The TR mentioned rope swings, but which falls are those at?
5) Does the reservation take credit cards or checks (I haven't checked thoroughly but imagine they would)
6) Would a GPS be helpful for navigation or anything else?
7) Should I wear my short shorts or my speedo? heh
thanks!