Havasu Creek

Havasu Creek Photo by RebexArt-

 
Top 10 Unbelievable Facts about the Havasu Creek
 
The Havasu Creek is a tributary of the Colorado River. It鈥檚 the river鈥檚 second largest tributary. The 3000 square miles drainage basin of Havasu Creek includes towns like Arizona and Williams. The Grand Canyon Village is also part of the area the drainage basin covers.
 
The colour of the water of Havasu Creek is blue-green yet ever-changing from every other year. Get to know more about the creek with these top 10 incredible realities about the Havasu creek.
 
1. Havasu Creek has huge deposits of calcium carbonate
 
Havasu Falls

Havasu Falls Photo by Brent Sisson-

 
The creek鈥檚 changing colour is thanks to calcium carbonate. The mineral contributes to the limestone formations that line the creek. The limestone offers a strong reflection of the water causing it to show the ever-changing colour.
 
Any items that fall into the water mineralise very fast. That contributes to the change in the colour of the water from time to time.
 
2. The creek is a perennial stream
 
Grand Canyon Mouth of Havasu Creek

Grand Canyon Mouth of Havasu Creek Photo by Grand Canyon National Park-

 
Havasu Creek to the Havasupai community is a source of water supply in their area. The Havasupai people use the water for irrigation purposes. The community has the floor of the Havasu Canyon filled with fruit trees and crops.
 
They water the crops with the water from the creek. But they live in the Havasu Canyon during summer. During rainy seasons they move to other grounds as the area suffers flooding.
 
3. You need a permit to visit the Havasu Creek
 
The Havasu Creek is on the Havasupai Indian Reservation. You get permits from the Havasupai tribe for anyone that intends to access the area.
 
Keep in mind that the creek is independent of the Grand Canyon National Park. So that鈥檚 the reason you buy a permit to allow you access to the area.
 
You can only buy permits online from 1 February at 8 a.m. (MST) time. This is when the season鈥檚 dates go live and reservations are not easy to score.
 
If you want to go as a group, you can allow one person to buy your permits under their account. One account can buy up to four permits. This will allow you all to get the same dates and you can go as a group.
 
4. A tour of the Havasu Creek is not a one-day affair
 
Guest rooms at the Havasupai Lodge in Supai

Guest rooms at the Havasupai Lodge in Supai-

 
A trip to the creek requires at least a night鈥檚 reservation and varies depending on your choice of stay. There are different terms whether you choose the campground or Havasupai lodge. But the charges in both the lodge and campground are inclusive of your accommodation, permit, taxes and any other fees needed.
 
5. You can set up camp anywhere on Havasupai campground
 
Havasu Creek Campground

A tent on Havasu Creek Campground Photo-

Reservations of the campground are three nights and four days there is no other option for it. The best part is that once you manage to get a reservation there are no specific sites assigned.

 
When you arrive at the campground, wherever you like is where you pitch your tent. But you have to be within the designated area. The campground is a good place to set up camp. It is nearby Mooney and Havasu Falls that you can explore.
 
Reservations can sell out fast so you can set up an account early before the dates go live so you don鈥檛 miss out. With an account, you can keep updating yourself on changes or updates that you need to know on your trip. During booking, it鈥檚 a scramble and many people are at it so keep trying until you succeed.
 
6. Havasupai Lodge is the option for non-campers
 
The Lodge opens its reservation bookings from 1 June. Reservations are via phone so you need to keep calling until you receive help. The lodge is about two miles from the falls. Be prepared as the lodge is a no-frills accommodation.
 
You should be ready to make payments as they are due at booking. In case you are a group, only one credit card is useful for the entire group. Permit reservations are non-transferable to another person and payments made are non-refundable. Fees are inclusive of taxes and permits.
 
7. You can get to the Havasu Creek by hiking
 
Hiking is among the options for getting to Havasu Falls. If you have an active body this is a good fit for you. The beginning point is the Hualapai Hilltop. Then proceed down on the Havasu Creek trail and end up at the Grand Canyon bottom.
 
The hike involves switchbacks that are on elevations over 1500 feet. The entire hike is almost 10 miles which includes elevations as well as flat areas. It passes through Supai and goes all the way to the Havasupai campground.
 
If hiking is not for you, a guided horseback ride may be your alternative option. Starting from the Hualapai Hilltop to the canyon. This option requires you to dig deeper into your pocket but saves you strenuous hiking.
 
For those that opt for extravagance and style flying to Supai maybe your favourite. Arizona鈥檚 Airwest Helicopters service Supai so board one. From Supai, you need to walk to Havasu Creek which is an easy flat hike with not much effort needed.
 
8. There is no water on the Havasu Creek Trail
 
You need to carry a good amount of water. Two litres is enough per person. The hiking involved to get to Havasu Creek needs you to keep hydrated. There is no water along the trail so you need to have enough of it.
 
9. Havasu Creek鈥檚 tourist check-in office is in Supai village
 
When you reach Supai Village have a copy of your reservation at hand. It is best to print it from your email after it’s sent to you.  It’s sent once you make reservations for the campground.
 
If one member of a group made reservations for all members, they should be available. The one whose name is on the reservation should show a photo ID and they ought to be present.
 
Lucky for you if you made reservations at the Lodge as it is in Supai Village so you can check in to the Lodge. The campers from the checkpoint hike another two miles to the campground and the Havasu Falls.
 
10. Havasu Creek waterfalls are the main tourist attraction in the area
 
The creek鈥檚 major falls are Navajo Falls, Mooney Falls and Beaver Falls. The Havasu Falls, Fiftyfoot Falls and Lower Navajo Falls are also part of the list.
 
The creek often experiences flooding. When it happens some waterfalls that were existing may disappear and new ones formed as a result.
 
There is no best time to visit Havasu creek it all depends on your priority activities at Havasu Creek. Summer offers a perfect time for swimming while hiking conditions are ideal in early spring and late fall.

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