Waterfall Hikes Near South Tucson, AZ

4,642 residents
Phoenix Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Tucson? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Tucson. 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 32.1955°N, -110.9692°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Tucson

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Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 94°F

Aft 92°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny
Sat 94°F Sunny Best
Sun 97°F Sunny
Mem 97°F Sunny
Tue 95°F Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Tucson (2 waterfalls)

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

Tanque Verde Falls waterfall

Tanque Verde Falls

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

Chiva Falls

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

All 3 Waterfalls Near South Tucson

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
Chiva Falls waterfall

Chiva Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Tucson

Are there free waterfalls near South Tucson?

There are 3 free waterfalls near South Tucson, including Chiva Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Tucson?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Tucson?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Tucson?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Tucson?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Tucson?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near South Tucson have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Tucson?

The closest waterfall to South Tucson is Tanque Verde Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near South Tucson, Arizona

Agua Caliente

Agua Caliente

14.3 mi 86°F

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

Mercer Spring

18.0 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 Spring

Agua Caliente Spring

24.7 mi 90°F

Agua Caliente Spring near Arivaca Junction flows at 90 degrees Fahrenheit at 3,882 feet elevation, emerging 23.6 degrees above ...

Hookers Hot Springs

37.7 mi 127°F

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

N O Spring

37.8 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

37.9 mi 91°F

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

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