Havasupai Trail

The Havasupai Trail is a hiking route that descends through red rock formations from the Grand Canyon rim to the valley floor below. The path covers roughly ten miles and drops approximately 2,400 feet, passing through canyons and reaching Supai Village and its surrounding waterfalls.

The Havasupai people have inhabited this region of the Grand Canyon for centuries, developing a deep relationship with the land and water systems. Their long presence shaped the trail itself as a route connecting their settlements to resources throughout the canyon.

The trail leads into the heart of Havasupai territory, where the community maintains its way of life rooted in the canyon's landscape and waterways. Visitors encounter this connection through daily practices and the sacred significance of the falls.

Access to the trail requires advance planning and permission from the Havasupai tribal administration, as visitor numbers are limited to protect the area. Travelers should prepare for a remote setting with limited facilities and bring sufficient water and supplies for the journey.

The trail reaches waterfalls fed by underground springs with mineral-rich water that glows in shades of turquoise and teal, pooling in natural basins. These springs transform the arid landscape into unexpected pockets of greenery and flowing water.