The Gear I Regret Bringing to Havasupai (And What Saved Me)

Packing for the 10-mile hike into Havasupai is high stakes because once you descend into the canyon, you are on your own. In this video, I break down the specific gear that became dead weight and the budget-friendly items that saved my trip. Planning a trip to Havasu Falls requires a dialed-in strategy for heat, dust, and difficult water crossings. This Havasupai gear guide covers my complete loadout for a 4-day backpacking trip. I review my sleep system, my hiking footwear (Altra Lone Peak and Simari Water Shoes), and the essential water filtration systems needed for the high-mineral creek water. Whether you are hiking to Mooney Falls or making the long trek to the Confluence, this list will help you pack smarter and lighter. You can check out my complete list here: https://www.adventureswithbg.com/2025/12/blog-post-title-havasupai-gear-list.html THE HEROES (My Top Picks) Amazon Basics Day Pack (Similar Option): https://amzn.to/4pdWS2g Simari Water Shoes: https://amzn.to/4jjojX0 Rat Sack (Better for Havasupai Rodents): https://amzn.to/4sh5APT THE ESSENTIALS (Systems) Wuben X1 Flashlight: https://amzn.to/4ji50x9 Anker 20k Power Bank: https://amzn.to/4saq7Wd Sawyer Squeeze: https://amzn.to/3KSYVL4 HydraPak Seeker Water Container: https://amzn.to/3Lm5NRd THE BIG 3 (Sleep & Shelter) Big Agnes Copper Spur Tent: https://amzn.to/4pcQg3U Nemo Tensor All-Season Pad (Wide): https://amzn.to/4q4a6Qs Nemo Fillo Elite Pillow: https://amzn.to/3Ye9Ule UGQ Deluxe Quillow: https://ugqoutdoor.com Thanks for watching, and make sure to join us on our next adventure! Chapters 0:00 - The Reality of Havasupai Packing 1:17 - The Hike In (What I Wore) 2:19 - The Gear I Regret (Don't Bring This) 2:45 - The Heroes (Gear That Saved Me) 3:50 - Water Filtration Failure 4:34 - Critical Systems (Meds & Hygiene) 5:35 - Electronics & Power 6:41 - Sleep System (Comfort on Dirt) 8:05 - Final Verdict & Advice SOCIAL: TWITTER: https://twitter.com/adventurewithbg INSTAGRAM: https://instagram.com/adventureswithbg FACEBOOK: https://facebook.com/adventureswithbg BLOG: http://adventureswithbg.com #havasupai #backpacking #gearguide #havasufalls #hiking #grandcanyon #backpackinggear #camping #hikingtips #outdoorlife As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This costs you nothing extra but helps support the channel.