You are voluntarily entering the Havasupai Reservation. You agree to comply with the laws, rules, and regulations of the Havasupai Tribe and understand violations may result in fines, exclusion from the Reservation, seizure of property, and legal action under the jurisdiction of the Havasupai Tribal Court and other courts with jurisdiction. You understand that traveling in the Canyon, camping, and other recreational activities in which you partake has risks involved. You agree to assume all risks of engaging in such activities. You further agree to release and hold harmless the Havasupai Tribe, Havasupai Tribal Council, Tribal departments, enterprises, and entities, and tribal employees, members, representatives, and agents from any and all losses, claims, expenses, suits, costs, demands, liabilities, damages, injury, death, or loss to person or property, that may arise out of or result from your activities during the course of your stay or as a result of accidents, emergency conditions, natural disasters, or any other occurrence during the course of your stay. Nothing in these Rules or Regulations or any other action or document waives the Havasupai Tribe’s sovereign immunity.
The Havasupai Tribe and its Tourist Enterprise/Office are not responsible for any transactions, agreements, or arrangements for services not arranged directly through the Tribe. You should rely only on the Tribe and its enterprises for information. There are no refunds under any circumstances.
The trail to Supai Village is 8 miles from Hualapai Hilltop. The Campground is 2 miles beyond Supai. The Lodge is located in Supai. Hiking at night is not recommended. Plan to hike in the coolest part of the day. Carry enough water and necessary supplies to make the full hike. There is no water available along the trail. It is recommended that creek or spring water be filtered before drinking or using for food. When traveling on Indian Highway 18, watch for wildlife and free roaming livestock crossing the road. There is no gas or food services at Hilltop.
Hike only on prescribed trails and do not take side canyons or explore other areas as it can be extremely hazardous. You must stay on the main trail through the Village. You cannot go on residential trails. Horses have the right-of-way at all times in all areas, which means you must yield to all horses and riders. Do not frighten the horses with sudden movements or try to touch the horses.
Please respect the privacy of tribal members. Taking pictures or videos of tribal members, burial sites, and anything in the Village is strictly prohibited. Filming or photography for commercial purposes is strictly prohibited. Similarly, the use of drones is strictly prohibited.
Do not dive or jump from walls or falls. Do not climb walls or falls. Pay attention to warning signs. Any person jumping off of Havasu Falls or Mooney Falls will be (i) fined $5000.00, (ii) banned from the Havasupai Reservation for 10 years, (iii) removed immediately from the Reservation and permits revoked, (iv) responsible to pay costs for all rescue personnel, equipment, and helicopter, including medivac helicopter.
Pack out all of your own trash. Public nudity is not allowed. Weapons, alcohol and drugs, including marijuana and THC-products, are not allowed. Camp only in designated areas. Campground sites are first-come first serve basis. No campfires are allowed. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Permit tags issued must be attached to daypacks or tents. Packs, tents, and property are subject to search and seizure for illegal or prohibited items.
Please utilize tribally owned services as your first choice for packing supplies and getting in/out of the Canyon. Helicopter services are privately owned and operated, and do not involve the Tribe. Helicopter arrangements must be made directly with the helicopter service personnel.
Pack animal or saddle horse arrangements must be made and paid for at time of booking. All packs or bags that will be carried into the Canyon by pack animals must be no larger than a standard military size duffle bag (36 in. L x 21 in. W). Four (4) bags maximum are allowed on each pack animal and the total combined weight shall not be greater than 130 lbs. Coolers shall not exceed 48 quarts and must be equal to or less than 24 in. L, 19 in. W, and 16 in. H. A person riding a saddle horse is limited to a small carry-on bag. Any other bag must be placed on a pack animal. The maximum amount of weight on a saddle horse shall be 250 lbs., which includes both the weight of the rider and the small carry-on bag.
Although floods can happen at any time in the year, the monsoon season runs from June to September. Be aware that flash floods can occur without any warning and without any sign of rain. If floodwaters are approaching or if you are caught in a rainstorm, climb or move your campsite to high ground immediately and wait until it clears up. Do not enter narrow parts of the Canyon when it is raining or flooding.
There are no public healthcare facilities in Supai. It could take many hours to get medical treatment or to be transported out of the Canyon and it may not be available at night or in certain weather conditions. Emergency transportation will be very costly for you. Bring along minor first aid supplies.
The descent below Mooney Falls is extremely treacherous and is not recommended for children or adults with physical limitations. The trails and areas beyond Mooney Falls are only available during day-time hours.
Safeguard your personal property and keep money or valuables with you at all times. Be certain all your belongings are clearly marked or tagged with your name and information. The Tribe is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged property on the Reservation, including at Hilltop or the campground and Lodge.
Public phones are not available. Cell phone service and internet access is limited and unreliable. Emergencies may be reported to BIA Law Enforcement Agency (928) 769-2220 or in person at the BIA detention facility in Supai.