Seven Falls

Near Tucson, Arizona

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Tiered waterfalls flowing into a swimming pool at Seven Falls in Bear Canyon

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32.3200°N, 110.7897°W
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About Seven Falls

Seven Falls is a scenic series of waterfalls and pools located in Bear Canyon within the Santa Catalina Mountains. The moderately challenging 4.4-mile round-trip hike crosses the creek multiple times before revealing the seven-tiered falls cascading down smooth granite. Each tier creates a pool suitable for wading or swimming when water levels allow. The canyon setting provides natural shade and stunning mountain scenery.

Access & Directions

Access via the Bear Canyon Trail from the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area. A tram can take visitors partway, or you can hike the full distance. An Interagency Pass or day-use fee is required for Sabino Canyon. The trail involves multiple creek crossings and rock scrambling near the falls.

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Safety Information

Flash floods are extremely dangerous in this narrow canyon. Do not enter during or after rainfall. The rock can be slippery. Some sections require scrambling. Water depth varies significantly with flow levels.

Best Time to Visit

Late winter through spring when water flow is best. Summer monsoons can also bring good flow but increase flash flood risk. The hike is hot in summer—start early.

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