The water maintains a relatively constant 70 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. Read the guide below to learn more about Havasu Falls weather, or check out our Havasu Falls map to see all Havasupai destinations and attractions!
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While more powerful than Navajo Falls, Havasu is still mellow enough that you can swim behind the cascading waters and enjoy the approximately five-foot-deep pool at its base.
Calcium carbonate and magnesium occur naturally in the waters that feed Havasu Falls. The waters get their blue color from the magnesium. As the pools deepen, the calcium carbonate is slowly released from the water, creating blue water that becomes more brilliant as the relative magnesium content increases.
The water maintains a relatively constant 70 degrees Fahrenheit throughout the year. Read the guide below to learn more about Havasu Falls weather, or check out our Havasu Falls map to see all Havasupai destinations and attractions!
There are no garbage cans (pack out what you pack in), and no showers at Havasupai (but you'll be swimming pretty much the majority of each day!) There is a fresh water spigot located near the entrance of the campground that is tested monthly for contaminants.
In terms of facilities, there are composting toilets at various locations in the campground that are normally stocked with toilet paper, but it's always a good idea to bring some just in case! Free overnight parking is available at Hualapai Hilltop which is also where the trail to Havasupai starts.
Making Havasupai Reservations. To hike to Havasupai, you'll need reservations. Day trips are not allowed, and the minimum stay is 3 nights if you're camping. You will need either camping reservations to stay in the campground, or you'll need reservations at the lodge.
For example, Havasu Falls has a pool at the base of the waterfall that is approximately 10-15 feet deep, while the pool at the base of Mooney Falls is deeper at around 40-50 feet. During the dry season, the water levels in the creek can decrease significantly, which can result in shallower depths in some areas.
Most experience no trouble swimming in Lake Havasu but swimmer's itch causes woe for some. Thousands of swimmers enjoy Lake Havasu's waters each year, but conditions such as “swimmer's itch” can become a nuisance for the unwary.
DO Pack Water Shoes. If you plan on swimming at all or hiking down to Beaver Falls which requires several stream crossings, you'll want a pair of shoes that can get wet. For a full gear list, check out my Havasu Falls packing guide.
Dry heat is most often experienced in the west, particularly the desert southwest, as in Lake Havasu. Lack of moisture in the air accounts for our low humidity, lack of clouds, and abundant sunshine.