This is one of the more unique locations, with walls of sheer rock that have been cut away by the river. The Water Wheel and Ellison Creek Waterfall are near Payson, Arizona. Water Wheel and Ellison Creek Cascades Source: Isabel Eve / shutterstock Water Wheel and Ellison Creek Cascades The route is rated as medium difficulty, and best undertaken in spring, autumn, and summer. The total hike distance is 1.6 miles, with a 100-foot elevation gain. However, a rope swing has been installed for some extra enjoyment. While cliff jumping has occurred, it is rather dangerous due to the slippery rocks and strong currents.
You’ll need a 4×4 to reach the trailhead to being your hike.įrom the start of the trail, it is a mile before you reach lower Tanque, which has a 30-foot cascade.įrom there, it is a short distance to the 80-foot plunging cascade into the deep pool. The waterfall is 80 feet high, with a swimming area below. Tanque Verde Falls begins at the Lower Tanque Verde Falls Trailhead near Tucson, Arizona. Tanque Verde Falls Source: Johnny Coate / shutterstock Tanque Verde Falls The waterfall is best seen during the snowmelt or after heavy rain.Īt other times of the year, the falls can be completely dry given the climate of Arizona.ĩ. Grand Falls is part of the Navajo Nation, so you will need to gain permission to travel along the dirt road and up to the picnic area, which is at the bottom of the falls.Ī distinguishing characteristic about Grand Falls is the muddy water – it is almost an opaque chocolate color – that rushes over 185 feet from the top of the Little Colorado River to the pool beneath. Grand Falls is one of the more adventurous waterfalls to see because travelers will need to off-road to the location. Grand Falls Source: Sierralara / shutterstock Grand Falls It is an easy hike, available all year – although the rainy season obviously offers more water. The hiking distance from the campground to the falls is one mile, one-way. When the picnic area is in sight, it is just a short distance from that point to the falls.Īs for the cascades, there are three points where the falls go over cliffs at 30, 40, and 50 feet. There is a short trail from Navajo at the campground that enables hikers to reach the falls via a bridge. Hidden Falls is a fifty-foot drop and cliff jumping is allowed for those brave enough to take the leap. Hidden Falls is part of the Havasupai Reservation and can be accessed via Havasu Campground in Supai, Arizona. Hidden Falls Source: Jon Manjeot / shutterstock Hidden Falls, Havasupai Reservation The pools are fed by the Romero falls and offer a cool dip for those who need to be refreshed from the hot temperature.ħ. The entire trip is 5.6 miles, with a 900-foot elevation gain. The last mile is rocky, with a good incline. The first mile is the easiest and then it becomes more difficult. To find the trailhead, hikers should visit Catalina State Park, which has a per vehicle cost. Romero Pools are close to Tucson, Arizona, and can be found along the Romero Canyon Trail. Romero Pools Source: Johnny Coate / shutterstock Romero Pools The distance is 2.5 miles and the falls can be accessed in all seasons except winter. The waterfall height is unknown however, there is no elevation gain for the trip. It is an off-road experience, so only high-profile vehicles are permitted. No swimming is permitted at this waterfall.
Hikers to the area will enter White Mountain Apache Reservation, and require a special permit to drive to the hiking area. The falls are part of the White Mountains region. Pacheta Falls is found near Whiteriver, Arizona, although there are a couple of different entrances to the hiking area. Pacheta Falls Source: Coletta Terry Squires / Facebook Pacheta Falls
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