<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nMooney Falls is actually only a 3\/4-mile hike from the Havasu campground, on the path to Beaver Falls. Towering 200 feet tall, this waterfall is one of the grandest in the area.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a bit dangerous to get to the bottom of, so some visitors decide to admire it from above. If you do decide to make the difficult climb down to the bottom, the view is gorgeous and you\u2019ll be able to swim in the idyllic pools below.<\/p>\n
4. Fifty Foot Falls<\/h2>\n \n Misty streams of cascading water over bright green moss make Fifty Foot Falls a can\u2019t-miss during your stay at the Havasu campground. You can hike directly up to this waterfall and feel the mist on your face as you approach. The limestone formations make it even more special, with columns that look like the rock is literally dripping down the cliff\u2019s edge.<\/p>\n
Fifty Foot Falls is a 1.25-mile hike from the south gate of the campground, at the end of a narrow trail. It\u2019s not as popular as the other falls, so it makes for a more secluded and peaceful visit than Havasu Falls.<\/p>\n
5. Navajo Falls<\/h2>\n So you\u2019ve made it to Havasu Falls, Beaver Falls, and Mooney Falls, and you\u2019re still looking for a cascade adventure. You\u2019re in luck, because Navajo Falls is another awesome waterfall just a short hike away from the Havasu campground. It\u2019s also a great alternative if Havasu Falls gets overcrowded, which happens often during high season (summertime).<\/p>\n
There are two sets of streaming waterfalls here: Upper Navajo and Lower Navajo. A lot of people miss out on the upper falls because they\u2019re a bit more hidden, so consider climbing up the narrow path to get an even better view of both sets of waterfalls that make up Navajo Falls.<\/p>\n
6. Ribbon Falls<\/h2>\n \n Located in Grand Canyon National Park, Ribbon Falls is a mossy green oasis among the surrounding reddish desert rocks. Whereas most of the park is dry and dusty, this is a welcome change and an excellent place to cool off after hiking.<\/p>\n
The best way to get to Ribbon Falls is to take the North Kaibab Trail. The trailhead starts at the north rim of the Grand Canyon, roughly 1.5 miles from the Grand Canyon Lodge. From there, it\u2019s a long 8.4-mile hike. Consider taking on the trip over a couple of days, and camping at Cottonwood Campground.<\/p>\n
7. Deer Creek Falls<\/h2>\n\n
<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nIn the Grand Canyon, where Deer Creek meets the Colorado River, you\u2019ll find Deer Creek Falls. This impressive waterfall is 180 feet tall; you can access its beauty by backpacking or rafting. A backcountry camping permit for Grand Canyon National Park is required to get there. <\/p>\n
If you decide to backpack, you\u2019ll hike 4 miles to Esplanade via the Bill Hall Trail (north Rim). Stay the night at the Esplanade campground. Then, you\u2019ll hike 6 miles to the Deer Creek campsite and stay there for a night. The last leg is to hike for 4 miles from there to Deer Creek Falls.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a long journey, with a ton of flora and fauna on the way. If you decide to raft there on the Colorado River, you\u2019ll find this waterfall at mile 136.9.<\/p>\n
8. Fossil Creek Falls<\/h2>\n\n
<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nYou\u2019ll need a 4\u00d74 vehicle to get to Fossil Creek Falls, so pack up your car with plenty and food and water and prepare for some rocky, winding roads. The 21-mile bumpy ride on Fossil Creek Road will take you to a parking lot. From there, it\u2019s a quarter-mile walk to the trailhead and only about a mile from there to the waterfall.<\/p>\n
The landscape around the creek is rocky, with sprigs of greenery speckled about. The water has glistening shades of blue and green, which reflect the blazing sun overhead, setting the scene for a lovely day of swimming and hiking. There\u2019s even a 25-foot rock ledge that more daring visitors can jump from into the crystal-clear pool below.<\/p>\n
9. Grand Falls<\/h2>\n\n
<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nAlso known as Chocolate Falls, this towering waterfall has muddy water that resembles sweet cascades of chocolate, reminiscent of Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory<\/em>. You\u2019ll find this waterfall on Navajo Nation land within the Painted Desert, making it a perfect stop on any Southwest USA road trip.<\/p>\nNot only is this 181-foot waterfall a sight to behold, but also some spectacular rainbows have been known to emerge as a result of the mist it creates. Find more info on how to get to Grand Falls here.<\/p>\n
10. Slide Rock<\/h2>\n <\/noscript><\/figure>\nAs you can see, this playful waterfall makes a perfect slide to glide down on a hot summer day. It\u2019s part of Slide Rock State Park, which was once a 43-acre apple farm in Oak Creek Canyon.<\/p>\n
Out of all the waterfalls on this list, this one is the easiest to get to. Find more info on how to visit Slide Rock here.<\/p>\n
Slide Rock is just outside of Sedona and attracts droves of visitors in the summer months, so be prepared for crowds if that\u2019s when you\u2019ll be visiting. For the best chance at avoiding a crowd, check it out during the week or just avoid going in the summer months altogether. <\/p>\n
11. Seven Sacred Pools<\/h2>\n\n
<\/noscript><\/figure>\n<\/div>\nAlso in Oak Creek Canyon near Sedona, Seven Sacred Pools is a collection of pools formed over thousands of years of erosion. Instead of a rushing waterfall like the others on this list, here you\u2019ll find a gentle downward stream at the edge of the pools. It\u2019s the perfect place to get some peace and solitude, with the red desert surrounding the pools creating a lovely backdrop.<\/p>\n
You can reach Seven Sacred Pools by hiking along Soldier Pass Trail. The hike to the pools from the trailhead is about 2.5 miles round-trip. The parking lot is quite small, so get there as soon as the trail opens at 8am for the best shot of getting a parking spot.<\/p>\n
The ideal time to go is during the rainy season in July and August, when you\u2019ll have the best chance to see the waterfall trickling down. May and June are the hottest months; the pools might actually be dried up, so that\u2019s not a great time to go. Also keep in mind that there is no camping permitted on the trail or near the pools.<\/p>\n
12. Cibecue Falls<\/h2>\n \n Arriving at this jaw-dropping cascade is a worthwhile experience on its own, but the added bonus is that there\u2019s plenty to see on the way as well. <\/p>\n
You\u2019ll need a 4\u00d74 vehicle to reach the trailhead, as the rocky road can be a challenge to navigate and you\u2019ll have to cross Cibecue Creek. Once you cross the creek, you\u2019ll see the trailhead; from there it\u2019s a 3-mile hike to the waterfall. You\u2019ll need a permit to access the trail. More permit information here.<\/p>\n
Map of Arizona\u2019s Best Waterfalls<\/h2>\n