Waterfalls are practically everywhere you look here in Arizona, but some are harder to reach than others. Seven Falls, an incredible seven-tiered waterfall in the Sabino Canyon Recreational Area, lies somewhere in the middle. It awaits exhausted hikers the end of an 8.5-mile trail, which might sound daunting — but the difficulty is moderate enough to accommodate most skill levels.
A quintessential Tucson hike, Bear Canyon to Seven Falls Trail clocks in at 8.5 miles.
AllTrails/James VanGerpen Rated as moderate, it’s a nice little half-day adventure for the whole family.
To reap the rewards of the waterfall, you’ll have to put in some work first; the trail has an elevation gain of just over 1,000 feet, and minimal shade, so bring lots of water!
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Swimming is undeniably the main selling point, but this hike boasts unparalleled scenery throughout.
AllTrails/AllTrails User Sweeping canyon views in all directions showcase everything we love about the southern Arizona landscape.
Just when you start thinking the trail might go on forever, the grand finale appears.
Flickr/Andy Atzert Known as “seven falls” because of its whopping seven tiers, this natural wonder belongs on your summer bucket list.
On a hot day, you’ll likely encounter large crowds of people trying to cool off in the refreshing water.
AllTrails/Yuan Davis Pro-tip: If you’re in the mood for some rock scrambling, the higher up pools are usually less crowded.
Cascading down a series of ancient, jagged rocks, the falls are truly a sight to behold.
AllTrails/Rohan Bhandari Nothing quite compares to the sound of rushing water clearing your mind and leaving you feeling rejuvenated and ready to take on whatever life has in store.
You’ll find the hike in the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.
AllTrails/Ken Grimm The parking lot to the trailhead is currently closed, so visit the official website to learn more before heading out.
Visit the Bear Canyon-Seven Falls AllTrails page to learn more.
AllTrails/James VanGerpen
Rated as moderate, it’s a nice little half-day adventure for the whole family.
AllTrails/Lee Pace
AllTrails/AllTrails User
Sweeping canyon views in all directions showcase everything we love about the southern Arizona landscape.
Flickr/Andy Atzert
Known as “seven falls” because of its whopping seven tiers, this natural wonder belongs on your summer bucket list.
AllTrails/Yuan Davis
Pro-tip: If you’re in the mood for some rock scrambling, the higher up pools are usually less crowded.
AllTrails/Rohan Bhandari
Nothing quite compares to the sound of rushing water clearing your mind and leaving you feeling rejuvenated and ready to take on whatever life has in store.
AllTrails/Ken Grimm
The parking lot to the trailhead is currently closed, so visit the official website to learn more before heading out.
Have you ever hiked to Seven Falls? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience. Check out our previous article for more epic waterfall hikes: The Ultimate Bucket List For Anyone In Arizona Who Loves Waterfall Hikes.
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Address: Sabino Canyon Recreation Area, 5700 N Sabino Canyon Rd, Tucson, AZ 85750, USA
