South Tanque Verde Rim
Begins at the forest's mile 0, 32.2540, -110.6652 - no trailhead mapped Drive to where the trail begins
Tanque Verde Falls area the Forest Service's write-up
No fee · season Year-round to
New trails and amenities at this popular recreation destination invite visitors to experience the stunning desert, beautiful rock formations, and seasonal creek and waterfalls of Tanque Verde Canyon.
Redington Road is located on the far eastside of the Tucson metropolitan area. The road up to the trailhead parking areas is dirt and be bumpy, but is suitable for most passenger vehicles up to Tanque Verde Falls. The lower, middle and upper Tanque Verde Trailheads all provide improved parking on the north side of Redington Road.
The Middle Tanque Verde Recreation Site provides a staging area with parking for trailers. From here, Redington Road winds for 24 miles through desert and grassland until it connects with Cascabel Road in the San Pedro Valley. Numerous Forest Roads branch off from Redington, offering endless OHV riding options. Additional trailer parking can be found along Redington Road at the Three Feathers Staging Area just beyond mile 7 and at the Alambre Staging Area at mile 10. Always stay on designated motor vehicle routes. Refer to the Santa Catalina Motor Vehicle Use Map.
Tanque Verde Creek cuts through the saguaro-studded slopes and banded gneiss and granite of Redington Pass, creating a series of seasonal pools and waterfalls. View the 80-foot-tall Tanque Verde Falls from the Rim Trail Overlook. Additional pools and smaller waterfalls can be viewed from the Lower and Upper Tanque Verde Trails and the Central Canyon Access Trail. There is no trail along the creekbed.
Download the Tanque Verde Falls area Recreation Guide in English .
Descarga la guía de recreación en español a Tanque Verde Falls area .
Restrictions Camping is prohibited at all parking areas and within 650 ft. of the road. Dispersed camping is allowed beyond mile 4.6. Always follow the Dispersed Camping Best Practices.