Welcome to Allison's potty stop cache!
We all have a friend like Allison -- a wonderful person who is a
joy to have along on the road trip. And as much fun as it is having
her along for the ride, this friend does have that one small
annoying habit... That is, having an unusually small bladder! Yes,
she has to stop every 15 minutes to use the bathroom. When
traveling the interstate, that usually isn't a problem as there is
in abundance of rest areas and gas stations along the route.
Unfortunately, as those who have hiked to Havasu Falls Campground
are aware, there is absolutely no where to stop between Seligman
and Hualapai Hilltop, which is the parking area for the hike down
to Supai and Havasu Falls. To her credit, even those with the
hardiest of bladders find that they must make a quick stop for
relief. (Especially if you have been drinking lots of water for the
hike down like you should be!) To that end, I have placed Allison's
potty stop cache.
With special assistance from Allison herself, we have placed the
cache in a scenic and secluded area that is just off of Indian
Highway 18 on state land between the Hualapai Indian Reservation
and the Havasupai Indian Reservation. Allison has given her stamp
of approval and endorsed this particular potty stop!
Take the dirt road at N 36 03.537 W 112 41.533 and follow your
GPS from there. On the way to the cache and back, you will also
have the added bonus of observing some of America's automotive
history -- two road signs from a time before Indian Highway 18 was
built. Take a look at your road map and you will see the old way of
getting from Seligman to Hualapai Hilltop. Also there is a very
nice camping spot in the area. Enjoy the cache!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: For those who have never been
to Havasu Falls and Havasu Falls campground, find more information
at http://www.havasupaitribe.com
-- The area is like no other place you have ever visited. Lush
foliage combined with blue-green water and three amazing water
falls that words and photos simply cannot describe. You must make
reservations in advance. Be prepared for an 8 mile hike to the
village of Supai and an additional 2 mile hike to the campground. I
recommend having at least two full nalgene containers and a full
camel back per person, in addition to food (dehydrated easy
preparation is the best and lightest), trail mix and snacks, good
hiking boots, stove, sleeping bags, mats, and a tent. Also a good
idea to have sandals for playing in the water. Fresh spring water
is available at the campground and it does not require
purification. Hike down and back up early to avoid afternoon heat!
The village also offers mules to ride and/or carry packs and
helecopter service for additional fees. Also, my son was able to
make the hike when he was seven years old! If he can do it, so can
you! If you have any questions or need advice, feel free to email
me.