Winsor Crosby wrote:
If you are physically ambitious try the hike to the Havasupai
reservation at the west end of the canyon. You may even be able to
rent horses. It is some kind of desert Shangri La with waterfalls. You
will need to contact the tribe before leaving for reservations.
Havasu Canyon is one of the most unique places I have been and highly
photogenic. When I was there 30-35 years ago, you could arrange with the
tribe to have your packs carried in and out or ride horses. We were
young and in good shape, so we hiked in to the upper falls area. Hiking
out from the lower falls area, we were going to hike up to the last
water and camp overnight before hiking out in the morning. It was pretty
in the afternoon light and we felt pretty good, so we went on to the
top. Something of a mistake, although we made it; that is a serious
climb carrying a pack! Spring or fall is really the time to go there.
The 60 mile road from near Peach Springs to the trail head has
considerable elevation gain and loss, going from desert through pine
forest and back down, so it could easily be closed by snow at any given
time in the winter. This was before the OM-1 existed, so the pics were
taken with a Nik*n Ftn.
Be prepared for any kind of weather. There is frequently snow on the
rim or at Flagstaff and a 100 degrees in the bottom of the canyon. Or
it could be hot.
Serious weather can come through there by November. Pay attention and be
prepared. And have a great time!
Moose
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