Waterfall Hikes Near Nelson, AZ

387 residents
Phoenix Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelson? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nelson. 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 32.4298°N, -111.2649°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nelson

Find waterfalls to hike near Nelson

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

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

Tanque Verde Falls waterfall

Tanque Verde Falls

48.2 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Moderate
1.8 miles 300 ft
Chiva Falls waterfall

Chiva Falls

32.4 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Hard
6.5 miles 800 ft

All Hiking Trails Near Nelson With Waterfalls

Seven Cataracts waterfall

Seven Cataracts

40.4 miles away
Arizona
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tanque Verde Falls waterfall

Tanque Verde Falls

48.2 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Moderate
1.8 miles 300 ft
Chiva Falls waterfall

Chiva Falls

32.4 miles away
In Saguaro National Park
Arizona
Hard
6.5 miles 800 ft

🏙️ Other Cities Near Nelson With Waterfalls

Marana, AZ
52,542 residents
Oro Valley, AZ
47,053 residents
Casas Adobes, AZ
69,917 residents
Tucson Mountains, AZ
11,171 residents
Flowing Wells, AZ
17,188 residents
Tucson Estates, AZ
12,795 residents
Valencia West, AZ
13,692 residents
Catalina Foothills, AZ
50,573 residents
Saddlebrooke, AZ
12,014 residents
Drexel Heights, AZ
30,254 residents
Eloy, AZ
16,075 residents
Tucson, AZ
878,320 residents

Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Nelson, Arizona

Mercer Spring

Mercer Spring

28.1 mi 77°F

Mercer Spring flows at 77°F in the Santa Catalina Mountains above Tucson, running 14 degrees warmer than the surrounding 63°F e...
Agua Caliente

Agua Caliente

29.9 mi 86°F

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

Mescal Warm Spring

61.8 mi 84°F

Mescal Warm Spring emerges at 84°F on the San Carlos Apache Reservation, flowing 14 degrees above the 70°F ambient temperature ...

Looking for a soak after your hike? Explore more hot springs near Nelson, Arizona on SoakingSprings.

Explore Arizona springs

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.