Tanque Verde Falls - Hike and Swim near Tucson, Arizona
14911 Redington Rd, Tucson, AZ 85748, USA,Tucson,Arizona
32.2539909, -110.6650286
15.4 miles E of Tucson, Arizona
Address: 14911 Redington Rd, Tucson, AZ 85748, USA
GPS: 32°15'14.4"N 110°39'54.1"W
Maps | Directions
State: Arizona
Trail Length: 1.60 miles
Trail Type: Out & Back
Hike Difficulty: Intermediate
Elevation Gain: 100 feet
Trails/Routes: 0.9 mi

Rivers

Hike and Swim

Tanque Verde Falls are a set of waterfalls and pools inside of Tanque Verde Canyon near Tucson, Arizona. The canyon is located within Coronado National Forest. There is a parking area on the side of the road, near a trailhead. From there, it's a short hike to the water. An optional trail leads directly to the falls themselves, although this portion is a slightly more difficult climb due to boulders and such along the path. Due to the short hike distance, this is a popular location to cool off.

The best time to go is from September through May, avoiding the summer heat. 

This area is considered the "most dangerous" waterfall hike in Arizona, as there have been around 30 deaths since 1971 due to flash flooding and cliff jumping. The area is at high risk for flash floods during monsoon season, and the water level varies, so be very cautious. Pay attention to local weather conditions, stay away from slippery rocks, and don't jump if you're unsure of how deep the pool is. 

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Be courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.

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  1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
  2. Travel & camp on durable surfaces
  3. Dispose of waste properly
  4. Leave what you find
  5. Minimize campfire impacts
  6. Respect wildlife
  7. Be considerate of other visitors

Directions

From Tucson, Arizona

  1. Head west on E Broadway Blvd toward S Country Club Rd (39 ft)
  2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto N Country Club Rd (1.0 mi)
  3. Turn right onto E Speedway Blvd (4.0 mi)
  4. Turn left onto N Wilmot Rd (0.5 mi)
  5. Continue onto E Tanque Verde Rd (1.7 mi)
  6. Keep left to stay on E Tanque Verde Rd (6.8 mi)
  7. Continue onto E Redington Rd (3.7 mi)
or

Take Redington Road into Coronado National Forest until you reach the trailhead. The forest boundary is marked by a sign, and a cattle guard that stretches between the paved portion of the road and the gravel path that extends within the park. 

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Trails

Distance ?

0.9 miles Round Trip

Elevation Gain ?

-302 feet

Real Ascent ?

28 feet

Real Descent ?

330 feet

Avg Grade (-7°)

-13%

Grade (-25° to 20°)

-46% to 36%

Elevation differences are scaled for emphasis. While the numbers are accurate, the cut-away shown here is not to scale.

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