Fossil Creek Falls
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Fossil Creek Falls is near Pine, Arizona. Hikers will need to find Fossil Creek Waterfall Trailhead. The height of the falls is 25 feet, with a deep pool beneath. Cliff jumping is permitted at the falls, but always be aware of the water level before attempting to jump. There are multiple swimming areas. Fossil Creek is not in a park, so there are no fees to visit the area. The hike is 1.5 miles and is easy enough for the whole family.
Cibecue Falls
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Cibecue Falls can be an amazing hike all on its own, or for an extended workout, combine it with another waterfall in the area. To hike to Cibecue Falls, you’ll need to go to the Cibecue Creek Falls Trailhead in Gila County, Arizona. The hike is 4 miles, with a 220 elevation gain and an intermediate difficulty level. There is a dirt road leading to the trailhead, which is found along the Salt River Canyon area. The waterfall is 30 feet high.
Pacheta Falls
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Pacheta Falls is found near Whiteriver, Arizona, although there are a couple of different entrances to the hiking area. The falls are part of the White Mountains region. Hikers to the area will enter White Mountain Apache Reservation, and require a special permit to drive to the hiking area. No swimming is permitted at this waterfall. It is an off-road experience, so only high-profile vehicles are permitted. The waterfall height is unknown; however, there is no elevation gain for the trip. The distance is 2.5 miles and the falls can be accessed in all seasons except winter.
Hidden Falls
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Hidden Falls is part of the Havasupai Reservation and can be accessed via Havasu Campground in Supai, Arizona. Hidden Falls is a fifty-foot drop and cliff jumping is allowed for those brave enough to take the leap. There is a short trail from Navajo at the campground that enables hikers to reach the falls via a bridge. When the picnic area is in sight, it is just a short distance from that point to the falls. As for the cascades, there are three points where the falls go over cliffs at 30, 40, and 50 feet. The hiking distance from the campground to the falls is one mile, one-way. It is an easy hike, available all year – although the rainy season obviously offers more water.
Navajo Falls
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Navajo Falls in Supai, Arizona is one of the most popular falls in the state. The location near Havasu Falls makes it enjoyable and accessible for visitors during any time of the year. It is important to remember that flooding can happen during monsoon season, as it did in August 2008, which is when Navajo Falls was created. The falls are closest to the Havasupai Campground. The waterfall is tall, with a deep pool at the bottom, so people can jump from the cliffs and swim. The hiking distance is a total of 1.2 miles and hikers will see an elevation gain of 500 feet. It is best to hike the area during spring, summer, and fall. The trail is suitable for beginners.