A Waterfall Lover’s Dream, The Confluence from Havasupai Campground Hike In Arizona Passes Cascade After Cascade

Almost every Arizonan has heard of Havasu Falls, but a lesser-known fact is that it shares a trail with four other waterfalls. You can experience them all on The Confluence from Havasupai Campground Trail (it is commonly referred to as the Confluence Havasupai), a rugged backcountry adventure that leads to where the Havasu Creek and the Colorado River become one. Come along as we explore the stunningly beautiful spot and hidden gem that is not having its day in the sunlight!

Perhaps the most strenuous hike on the Havasupai Reservation, the Confluence Trail spans over 17 miles through the remote desert landscape.

The trail is only suitable for experienced hikers, and even then, it should be divided into a multi-day backpacking trip.

On the first day, you'll travel through the village of Supai to the campground.

That way, you can start hiking to the confluence early the next morning, arriving back at the campground before dark with plenty of time to spare. The final day is simply taking the trek back to the trailhead.

The trail leads past a total of five waterfalls:

Fifty Foot Falls, Little Navajo Falls, Havasu Falls, Mooney Falls, and Beaver Falls. No two are the same, each one varying in length, vigor, and scenery that surrounds it.

Fifty Foot and Little Navajo, the first two waterfalls you'll encounter, are relatively little-known and take most people by surprise.

Although not quite as tall as their successors, they still offer up breathtaking views that ensure your hike starts off on a good note.

Waterfalls might be the main attraction, but the trail has much more to offer.

You'll see wildlife, cross fairytale footbridges, and meander through jungle-like terrain that gets more enchanting with every step you take.

Consistently ranked among the most beautiful places in the world...

...Havasu is the best-known of the three—but they're all equally magnificent and among the best places to go hiking in Arizona, in our opinion.

Few people continue past Beaver Falls, so you very well might be on your own for this last leg of the hike.

Upon reaching the confluence of the Colorado River and Havasu Creek, all your efforts will be rewarded tenfold. Isn't this one of the most unique sights you've ever laid eyes on?

You'll need a permit to enter the Havasupai Reservation, and they typically sell out months (or sometimes years) in advance. So be sure to move fast in order to snag one! You can get more information about this hike on the official Havasupai / Havasu Falls Campground Reservation website for the latest information about when it will reopen.

Have you ever hiked the Confluence Trail from Havasupai Campground Trail? If so, What was your favorite part? We'd love to read about your experience in the comments section below.

If you really enjoying hiking, then be sure to check out our previous article about the Massacre Falls Trail, another waterfall hike in Arizona that will take your breath away!

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