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Havasupai Falls Gear Checklist

What to carry on Havasupai Falls, and why. 11 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Havasupai Falls

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Enough water for 8 waterless miles each way, plus a filter

    there is drinking water in Supai Village and a spring at the campground, and the Tribe says to treat everything else

  • Bring

    Sun protection for a fully exposed desert trail

    long sleeves, long pants, sun hat

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    Tent or hammock and a sleeping pad

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    A bear canister or odour-proof containers

    there are no bears, but the Tribe warns that rodents will chew through a pack or tent to reach food

  • Bring

    Headlamp, ideally with a red beam, for pre-dawn starts and camp at night

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    Government-issued photo ID and the licence plate number of the vehicle you are parking at Hilltop

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    Trekking poles for the switchbacks

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    A duffel to protect your pack if you use the $400 round-trip pack mule service

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    Battery pack or solar charger

    there is no electricity at the campground

  • Bring

    Water shoes for the creek crossings below Mooney

  • Bring

    Freeze-dried meals you can rehydrate cold, so you can leave the stove behind

12 people can go on one permit. Split this list between them so nobody carries two stoves.

Plan a trip here

General backcountry gear

General backcountry kit. Havasupai Indian Reservation's own rules for this permit are above.

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Recommended
Wild Ideas

Bearikade Weekender

Ultralight carbon fiber bear canister. IGBC certified.

1 lb 15 ozultralightcarbon-fiber
$325
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Recommended
Katadyn

BeFree 1L

Ultralight collapsible filter system.

2 ozultralightfast-flow
$44.95
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Recommended
BearVault

BV500 Bear Vault

The most popular bear canister for Sierra backpacking. Fits 7 days of food.

2 lbs 9 oz7-day capacityapproved
$89.95
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Recommended
Black Diamond

Distance Carbon Z

Lightweight folding carbon poles.

1 lb 1 ozcarbonfolding
$169.95
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Recommended
Sawyer

Sawyer Squeeze

The most popular water filter for backpacking.

3 ozpopularreliable
$37.95

Gear Tips for Havasupai Falls

💡 Pro Tips

  • •Weigh your pack before you go. A lighter pack makes for a happier hike.
  • •Rent expensive gear if you are trying a new activity for the first time.
  • •Test all new gear at home before hitting the trail.
  • •Some items are required seasonally. Check current regulations.

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