Photography at Havasu Falls in the Havasupai Canyon

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My trip into Havasu Canyon for photography this week was awesome. I did the hike to Havasu Falls once about 3 years ago, but to be honest I didn't get as many cool images of the places as would have liked to. However, this time, I got some great photos. The photos from Havasu Falls and the area around came out really good this time.
That said, I really felt rushed in Havasu Canyon and I wish I had more time to go and photograph other places within the canyon such as Beaver Falls and Mooney Falls. I just spent so much time hiking and I would have liked to spend more of that time being a photographer than a hiker. But, it was worth it, of course as the images of this incredible location came out brilliantly.
Anyways, lots of cool places still to come as my American road trip continues! Stay tuned and stay subscribed.

[@JaseEvoX]

That place looks awesome and some great photo's! Just added to my places to visit list :)

[@RoadTripTravel]

Great video Brendan...I'm jonesin' to go now!

[@AmyProctor]

EXCELLENT guide Brendan. Thanks for taking the time to make it. :)

[@BrendanvanSon]

Amy Proctor My pleasure Amy!

[@Godssweetchild]

I love all the gear talk! Thank you!!

[@chriskozak4966]

Wow awesome video. Thanks for making & sharing this video. Beautiful Paradise! Personally, I don't want to deal with the crowd. I prefer to go off season. Keep up the good work.❤️👍🏽

[@GravityHazard]

24 miles is 38 km .. just multiply by 1.6 like the APSC crop factor ;) .. great videos !

[@BrendanvanSon]

GravityHazard Hahaha! I never thought of it that way. That's genius! I'll never miss the translation again.

[@markgsadventures3045]

Awesome video! I loved all the explaining, I'm going next month for my first time. Bringing all my camera gear similar to what you have and staying 4 nights. Its gonna be a tough one, I loved all your footage and photos!

[@BrendanvanSon]

Mark G's Adventures 4 nights!! Sick, I wish I had that much time. It really is such an awesome place.

[@AmyProctor]

I'm going there next week... I believe you said it was -3 degrees at night... how is it that you're in shorts and short sleeved shirt? I believe there will be snow when I'm there and the cold intimidates me, although it won't stop me. I noticed your friend wearing short sleeved shirt on the hike back up walking through the snow... does the hike itself keep you warm or how do you explain this? Is Havasu Falls the furthest from the Lodge and Supai Village? You said you would see Mooney and Navajo Falls on the way out.....

[@BrendanvanSon]

Amy Proctor Hahaha, -3 Celcius so about 28 F. During the day it's hot in the canyon. Well, warm. It's likely going to be around 70F but in the shade it's really cold, which is why there's snow in the shade. And, yeah, the hike will keep you warm. Be sure to pack lots of water. Actually, Mooney Falls is the furthest away. From the lodge it's Navajo, Havasu, the Campsite, and then Mooney. Personally, Mooney is my favourite.

[@AmyProctor]

Brendan van Son OMG I was wondering what superhuman powers you had that allowed you to wear shorts in -3 temps! Lucky me, it's gonna be in the single to double digits Fahrenheit when I'm there, 40+ during the day. I've been an Army wife for almost 22 years so I can take it, especially with the Army's awesome clothing and supplies store.They have thin insulated glove and sock inserts that really do the job. Plus ski masks. I really recommend civilians try army surplus stores for cold weather gear, which work great for photographers who catch sunrises. I'm taking a couple full Camelbaks. Great feedback. I appreciate you taking the time. Thanks again! and I look forward to more videos!

[@brooke2203]

What was the water temperature like? I am headed down next weekend.

[@Caseylawton]

When you say minus I'm assuming you mean Celsius???

[@BrendanvanSon]

Yup!

[@AmyProctor]

Brendan did you get those video close ups with your GoPro??

[@BrendanvanSon]

Amy Proctor Nope, I used my DSLR for those in this video.

[@Godssweetchild]

Do you need any special permits to shoot or camp there?

[@BrendanvanSon]

You do, but get them in the town of Supai when you walk through. No need for permits for photography as long as you're not on a commercial project.

[@Caseylawton]

You'll need a permit ahead of time to camp there. Please don't hike all the way down with out a reservation. There is no day hiking aloud and rangers do enforce permits. Registration opens Feb 1st every year and fills up almost immediately. Except winter months.

[@timmark4190]

Which month did you travel to the falls?

[@BrendanvanSon]

I was there in January.

[@timmark4190]

Thanks for replying. Would you recommend photographing in December

[@since8568]

december and january too cold but you could get some snow in the canyon and that looks awesome against the red rocks!