Jared Dillingham at Mooney Falls

A Guide to Havasupai Falls in June: The Heat, Hike, Campground, & More

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Havasu Creek in June

June is a hot, but enjoyable time to visit Havasupai Falls … as long as you’re prepared for the desert heat.  

Especially by the end of June, you’ll have to prepare for hiking and camping in temperatures that can climb toward triple digits. As long as you keep hydrated, the warm days are great for swimming in Havasu Creek!

The other factor you’ll have to be aware of (by late June) is the unpredictable summer monsoon season. The monsoon is a weather system, which sends storms (severe at times) up into Arizona. It usually lasts from late June into September.

Key Info on Havasupai Falls

  • You need a permit to visit (no matter when you go).
  • Permits are $455 for the campground, per person for 3 nights.
  • Lodge rooms in Supai are $2277, for 4 people for 3 nights.
  • The helicopter is unpredictable, so be ready to hike 10 miles.
  • There are no roads, and you can’t ride a mule.
  • You can pay for a mule to carry your gear.
Jared Dillingham above Mooney Falls in Arizona


June Weather Overview & Warnings

In June, you can expect daily highs in 90s, with overnight lows in the 60s.

On hot days, which can hit triple digits in June, the rock walls of the canyon seem to absorb heat, and then radiate it at night on the campsites.

  • Average High: 96°F
  • Average Low: 65°F

Weather Warnings

I live in Phoenix, so I’m used to the summer heat. Still, I found myself suffering from heat exhaustion on a trip to Havasupai Falls in June.

At the end of our third day, despite drinking gallons of water, I basically passed out in the tent before sunset. Hours later, I got help maneuvering over to the creek, where I submerged myself for two hours to cool my body temperature. The next morning, I was feeling slightly better. On our way out, we found out that many other people suffered even worse from the heat and had to be flown out for medical attention.

My story isn’t meant to scare you away from a June visit. Hopefully you’ll just learn from my ordeal and drink way more water than you think you’ll need, and take time to cool down throughout the day as you hike!

Daylight Hours

Daylight hours expand in June, to around 14-15 hours of sunlight per day! It’s one of the major perks of visiting in the summer.

  • Sunrise: : 5:15 AM
  • Sunset: 8:15 PM

More hours of daylight mean: it’s easier to go on the lengthy hike down to the Confluence with the Colorado River:

The Confluence, where Havasu Creek meets the Colorado River.

Crowds and Permit Availability

It can be difficult to secure a permit to Havasupai Falls any month of the year, and it’s the same in June.

My advice, which I’ve followed several times myself, is to keep checking the Tribe’s “Transfer” website. It’s the only place to buy permits from other people who no longer want them.

As for crowd size, Havasupai Tribe doesn’t release exact numbers, but public filings online with the Bureau of Indian Affairs and other agencies provide some insight.

The tribe grants roughly 100 permits per day. Up to 30,000 people visit Havasupai Falls each year. The campground is almost always buzzing with new people arriving and other groups packing up to leave.

People camping at Havasupai Falls

Hiking to Havasupai Falls in June

In the spring (even through much of May), it’s cool enough to begin your hike to Havasupai Falls any time of day.

*BUT* … in June, you should consider beginning your hike *before dawn* from Hualapai Hilltop.  Depending on your pace (and how many stops you make along the way to rest) it’ll take around 5 hours to make the hike.  

While there are shady spots along the way, you definitely don’t want to be hiking in the heat of the midday sun, which really gets too hit by late morning in June.

Keep in mind: the Havasupai Tribe often enforces a rule, mandating all hikers depart the trailhead by 2:00 PM. Based on that, evening/sunset hikes aren’t always permitted, so it’s best to begin your hike before dawn.

Trail Conditions and Challenges

Storms likely won’t impact the trail conditions in June. You should find the route clearly marked and easy to follow.

The trail to Havasu Falls

Camping on Havasu Creek in June

In June, you have to be prepared for warm nights while you camp along Havasu Creek.   

You’ll find campsites on both sides of a one-mile stretch of the creek, between Havasu and Mooney Falls.

Campground Conditions and Best Spots

In June (and through the summer into September) there’s always a small risk of a flood, triggered by monsoon rainfall up on the plateau above the canyon.

Over the years, campers have had to head to higher ground, leaving their campsites behind when the waters rise.  

Otherwise, my advice for the best camping spots in June is the same as it is any time of year. When you arrive at the campground, keep hiking toward Mooney Falls and find a campsite right along the beautiful blue creek.

As always, pick a site away from the vaulted toilets, since the odor can get bad during the summer.

Vaulted toilets, the bathrooms at Havasupai Falls

Nighttime Temperatures and Sleeping Tips

Nighttime temperatures will be warm in June.  Keep that in mind when you’re choosing your sleeping bag and tent. By June, many people choose to sleep in hammocks rather than tents.  

The next time I go in June or July, I might not even bring a sleeping bag. It might work better if you bring a sheet to use over your sleeping pad rather than a sleeping bag.

Wildlife and Bugs to Watch For

I’ve never had any issues with bugs, flies, or mosquitoes, but I know that others have. Because of this, I usually carry a small bottle of insect repellent, just in case.

When it comes to squirrels and other campsite scavengers, their presence can vary. Sometimes you’ll find evidence that a mischievous rodent has gotten into someone’s food. Personally, I’ve always managed to keep our food secure in airtight bags and containers, but many people opt to bring rat sacks as an extra precaution.

As for wildlife, you’re more likely to encounter frogs and lizards near the creek, as you would expect.

If you’re lucky, you’ll get to see the sheep down past Mooney Falls.

Desert Longhorned Sheep in the Grand Canyon

Waterfalls and Swimming in June

Most months, there’s a chance that a storm will turn the blue creek water brown for a few days. That holds true in June, too, as the probability of monsoon storms increases by the end of the month.

Usually, if a storm moves through and muddies the creek, it’ll clear up in two days.

Otherwise, June is prime for swimming along Havasu Creek!

Jared Dillingham in Havasu Creek

Water Temperature

Here’s a chart of the water temperatures in Havasu Creek over the month of June in 2024. Temperatures vary throughout the day, but the water is usually between 70 and 78 degrees. It’s great for swimming and cooling off!

June water temperature at Havasu Creek
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Packing List for Havasupai Falls in June

My general advice for packing is: Don’t *over* pack, especially if you’re carrying everything in on your back.   

In June, it’s HOT, so there’s no need for longsleeves or pants of any kind.  

Hygiene & Toiletries

🔘 Deodorant
🔘 Eco-friendly Soap
🔘 Toothbrush & Toothpaste
🔘 SPF
🔘 Bug Repellent
🔘 Toilet Paper (half a roll)
🔘 Dry Bag
🔘 First Aid Kit

Camping on Havasu Creek in May

Food & Cooking

🔘Jetboil & Propane
🔘 Matches or Lighter
🔘 Freeze-Dried Meals
🔘 Nuts & Protein Bars
🔘 Utensils
🔘 Foldable Cups, & Bowls
🔘 Electrolyte tabs or packets

Freeze dried food and protein bars to bring to Havasupai Falls

Miscellaneous

🔘 Cash (for tacos and things in Supai)
🔘 Battery Packs (2 minimum)
🔘 Quick Dry Towel
🔘 Gloves (for climbing Mooney Falls)
🔘 Rope (optional)
🔘 Rain Poncho (optional)

Dry towels to bring hiking to Havasupai

Leave in Your Car

🔘 Water
🔘 Sports Drinks
🔘 Food
🔘 Clean Clothing
🔘 Sneakers

Jared Dillingham hiking the trail to Supai

Wrap: Pros and Cons of Visiting Havasupai in June

Be ready for a warm Grand Canyon experience in June!

Advantages of This Time of Year

Temperatures are almost certain to be hot in June, but that means you don’t need to pack layers of clothing to bring.

The extra hours of daylight allow you to have more flexibility in your days at Havasupai Falls. Plus, if you’re planning to hike all the way to the Confluence with the Colorado River, you’ll need the extra daylight to make it back to the campsite by dark!

Potential Drawbacks to Consider

The heat can be a lot for any hiker to handle, so you’ll have to plan our treks in and out to make sure you’re not on the trail in the heat of the day.

Plus, June brings a risk of monsoon storms (mostly late in the month). They’re unpredictable, so if you secure your permits for June, I’d just go with a positive mind and a goal of drinking as much water as possible to keep hydrated!

Jared Dillingham at Havasu Creek in April

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