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Havasupai Lodge Reservation permit

Havasupai Lodge Gear Checklist

What to carry on Havasupai Lodge, and why. 10 more are worth the pack space.

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What to bring on Havasupai Lodge

Specific to this permit, not a generic camping list.

  • Bring

    Water for 8 waterless miles each way

    there is drinking water in the village but nothing before it

  • Bring

    Sun protection for a fully exposed trail

    sun hat, long sleeves, long pants

  • Bring

    A day pack for the hikes down to Havasu, Mooney and Beaver Falls

  • Bring

    Headlamp for pre-dawn starts

  • Bring

    Government-issued photo ID and the licence plate of the vehicle you park at Hilltop

  • Bring

    Trekking poles for the switchbacks in and out

  • Bring

    Water shoes for the creek crossings below Mooney Falls

  • Bring

    Battery pack

    do not assume you can charge anything

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    Food you do not need to cook; the village store is small and prices reflect the fact everything came in by mule or helicopter

  • Bring

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

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

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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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Katadyn

BeFree 1L

Ultralight collapsible filter system.

2 ozultralightfast-flow
$44.95
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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 Lodge

💡 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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