Waterfall Hikes Near Phoenix, AZ

4,064,275 residents
Phoenix Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Phoenix lies in the Sonoran Desert basin, surrounded by rocky foothills and low mountain ranges with arid washes, volcanic outcrops, and steep canyons punctuated by saguaro and palo verde. Within 50 miles there is a single seasonal waterfall accessed by a moderate canyon scramble along rocky streambeds; hikes combine sun-baked desert trails with narrow gorges after monsoon rains, offering striking geological contrasts and distinctive desert plant communities for hikers.

Located at 33.5722°N, -112.0892°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Phoenix

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Phoenix is flowing strongly today

Minnehaha Waters Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 105°F

Tod 108°F Sunny
Thu 105°F Sunny Best
Jun 105°F Sunny
Sat 103°F Sunny
Sun 103°F Sunny
Mon 105°F Sunny
Tue 108°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Phoenix

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Minnehaha Waters Roaring · 0 cfs 92nd percentile

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All 1 Waterfall Near Phoenix

Minnehaha Waters

Arizona
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Phoenix

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Phoenix?

The shortest waterfall hike near Phoenix is Minnehaha Waters at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Phoenix?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Phoenix has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Phoenix?

The closest waterfall to Phoenix is Minnehaha Waters, approximately 44.9 miles away.

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