Waterfall Hikes Near Vail, AZ

15,248 residents
Phoenix Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Vail? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Vail. 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 32.0217°N, -110.6937°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Vail

Today's Conditions

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Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 88°F

Aft 86°F Partly Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 88°F Sunny Best
Sun 91°F Sunny
Mem 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 88°F Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Vail (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 Vail

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
Seven Cataracts waterfall

Seven Cataracts

Arizona
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Vail

Are there free waterfalls near Vail?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Vail?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Vail?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Vail?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Vail?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Vail?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Vail have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Vail?

The closest waterfall to Vail is Tanque Verde Falls, approximately 13.0 miles away.

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Nearby Hot Springs

Hot springs near Vail, Arizona

Agua Caliente

Agua Caliente

14.2 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

16.0 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...

Monkey Spring

19.2 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...
Agua Caliente Spring

Agua Caliente Spring

27.4 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

34.6 mi 127°F

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

N O Spring

34.6 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....

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