Waterfall Hikes Near Benson, AZ

5,318 residents
Phoenix Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Benson? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Benson. These trails range from hard to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 31.9157°N, -110.3257°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Benson

Today's Conditions

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Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 83°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 83°F Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Sunny
Mem 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Benson (2 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Chiva Falls waterfall

Chiva Falls

11.2 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Hard
6.5 miles 800 ft
Tanque Verde Falls waterfall

Tanque Verde Falls

8.5 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Moderate
1.8 miles 300 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Benson

Chiva Falls waterfall

Chiva Falls

11.2 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Hard
6.5 miles 800 ft
Tanque Verde Falls waterfall

Tanque Verde Falls

8.5 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Moderate
1.8 miles 300 ft
Seven Cataracts waterfall

Seven Cataracts

Arizona
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Benson

Are there free waterfalls near Benson?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Benson, including Chiva Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Benson?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Benson, including Chiva Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Benson?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Benson, including Seven Cataracts.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Benson?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Benson, including Tanque Verde Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Benson?

The shortest waterfall hike near Benson is Chiva Falls at 1.8 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Benson?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Benson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Benson?

The closest waterfall to Benson is Chiva Falls, approximately 28.2 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Benson, Arizona

Hookers Hot Springs

24.2 mi 127°F

Hookers Hot Springs reaches 127°F within the permanently protected Muleshoe Ranch Preserve, managed by conservation organizatio...

N O Spring

24.2 mi 73°F

N-O Spring flows at 73°F near Benson in Cochise County, emerging just 8 degrees above the 65°F average at 4,195 feet elevation....
Warm Springs

Warm Springs

24.3 mi 91°F

Warm Springs flows at 91 degrees Fahrenheit on the Muleshoe Ranch Preserve in Cochise County, permanently protected by a conser...

Monkey Spring

29.6 mi 82°F

Monkey Spring emerges at 82°F in the Santa Cruz County mountains near Rio Rico, flowing 18 degrees above the 64°F ambient tempe...

Antelope Spring

29.8 mi 79°F

Antelope Spring near Tombstone flows at 79 degrees Fahrenheit at 4,716 feet elevation in Cochise County's high desert, emerging...
Agua Caliente

Agua Caliente

35.0 mi 86°F

Agua Caliente in Roy Drachman Park flows at 86 degrees Fahrenheit with confirmed USGS measurements at 30 Celsius (86°F), contai...

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