Beyonce Films Video In Highly-Protected Tribal Lands
Havasu Falls is a mecca to die-hard outdoorsmen. The otherworldly hike (or donkey ride)-in land is owned by the very strict Havasupai Native American tribe, who offer only 300 passes for entry a day. So you might guess people were a little ticked when they found out Beyonce was allowed to helicopter in for the day to film a music video. Via TMZ:
Beyonce is getting the star treatment at one of the most beautiful locations in the Grand Canyon — but her music video shoot will likely piss off a few die-hard campers. TMZ obtained this footage of Bey and her crew as they shot Wednesday in the shadow of the spectacular Havasu Falls. That’s her draped in a blue dress with the stunning backdrop … a majestic waterfall, bright blue waters and a tiny forest of green. Easy to see why Beyonce would want to shoot here — for those not in the know, Havasu Falls is right next to a super-exclusive campsite that requires a reservation that’s tough to get. The Havasupai tribe owns the land and only approves 300 camping passes a day. Thousands of people get turned away daily. Beyonce plays by different rules.
Check out the video below, and stay tuned for the uproar from the REI crowd!