Havasu Falls, Turquoise waterfall in Grand Canyon, United States.
Description
Havasu Falls is a 120-foot waterfall within the Havasupai Indian Reservation in the Grand Canyon of Arizona. The falling water fills a turquoise pool framed by red limestone cliffs and natural travertine formations.
History
The Havasupai have lived continuously in this section of the Grand Canyon for over 800 years. They protect these sacred waters as part of their ancestral territory.
Culture
The name Havasupai translates to 'people of the blue-green waters,' reflecting their deep connection to these mineral-rich falls.
Practical
Access requires a permit that must be reserved several months in advance and an 8-mile hike from Hualapai Hilltop. Overnight stay in Supai village or at the campground is mandatory.
Did you know?
The high calcium carbonate content constantly reshapes the cascade and can split it into multiple streams. These minerals also build new limestone layers that grow slowly over time.
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