So glad you had a great trip! In October 2013, I took my first backpacking trip - with a group of friends who organized it. That trip happened to be to Havasupai. I brought home the best souvenir ever…my now 85lb big orange angel rez dog named Supai. At the time he was an 8 week old, 8 pound puppy. With the tourist season ending and snow forecast for the next day, they were very happy to have me take him - the last of his litter to find a home. I carried him out of the canyon. Yes, I hiked him out, had him checked by a vet in Phoenix the next day, and put him under the seat in front of me the day after that to fly home to Wisconsin. He’s my soul-dog, my adventure buddy, and best friend. With his intense orange eyes, with black eyeliner, I often get asked what he is. I love sharing his story, where he’s from, our story. He’s been a gift in my life. Always be open to unexpected blessings, even while backpacking. 🐾🧡🐾
Beautiful!! It’s on my ever growing list of places I want to hike to haha. I’m also glad you got to experience Red Rock Canyon and Valley of Fire! Looks like you had a great trip 🙂
Fifteen years ago, we lived in Kingman, AZ. My husband hiked in and out of Havasupai in one day, for free, no permit needed. My mind is blown that it costs that for a permit now.
Your pictures are stunning! How cool that you were able to pull this together and escape the late March snowstorm in MN. I'm looking forward to reading about your summer adventures in my home state. Random question, what are your thoughts on the new Minnesota state flag? I absolutely love it and have been giggling about the varied opinions.
Oh yeah! That’s what I thought by the looks of it! When I hiked BA last May, which was approximately half way down to Havasupai Gardens- was 3000’ down/up in its own right!
So glad you had a great trip! In October 2013, I took my first backpacking trip - with a group of friends who organized it. That trip happened to be to Havasupai. I brought home the best souvenir ever…my now 85lb big orange angel rez dog named Supai. At the time he was an 8 week old, 8 pound puppy. With the tourist season ending and snow forecast for the next day, they were very happy to have me take him - the last of his litter to find a home. I carried him out of the canyon. Yes, I hiked him out, had him checked by a vet in Phoenix the next day, and put him under the seat in front of me the day after that to fly home to Wisconsin. He’s my soul-dog, my adventure buddy, and best friend. With his intense orange eyes, with black eyeliner, I often get asked what he is. I love sharing his story, where he’s from, our story. He’s been a gift in my life. Always be open to unexpected blessings, even while backpacking. 🐾🧡🐾
Looks awesome! How do you think the hike compares to a trail like Bright Angel?
Beautiful pictures Mad!
Beautiful!! It’s on my ever growing list of places I want to hike to haha. I’m also glad you got to experience Red Rock Canyon and Valley of Fire! Looks like you had a great trip 🙂
My friend and her sister both scored permits for the lodge and offered the extra one to my partner and I. It’s for November and I’m excited.
Fifteen years ago, we lived in Kingman, AZ. My husband hiked in and out of Havasupai in one day, for free, no permit needed. My mind is blown that it costs that for a permit now.
Wow! Just crossed off a bucket list hike (Kalalau trail) and now I will promptly be adding this to the list. It looks gorgeous!
Your pictures are stunning! How cool that you were able to pull this together and escape the late March snowstorm in MN. I'm looking forward to reading about your summer adventures in my home state. Random question, what are your thoughts on the new Minnesota state flag? I absolutely love it and have been giggling about the varied opinions.
Oh yeah! That’s what I thought by the looks of it! When I hiked BA last May, which was approximately half way down to Havasupai Gardens- was 3000’ down/up in its own right!