Stumbling upon hidden gems is always a fun time and there are plenty to be found here in Arizona. The following seven hiking trails all lead to secret caves that are as fun to discover as they are to actually explore. Check them out:

1. Wave Cave Trail (Gold Canyon)

You'll find the 3-mile Wave Cave Trail near Gold Canyon, Arizona. Many people skip the actual cave, which isn't until the end of the trail, as it requires a bit of rock scrambling to access - but the burning in your ankles is undoubtedly worth the sweeping panoramic views of the surrounding mountains.

2. Wind Cave Trail (Mesa)

If you're interested in seeing Phoenix like never before, look no further than Wind Cave Trail. Tucked away in Usery Mountain Regional Park, this 2.9-mile hike that looks out over the entire East Valley and beyond. From here, you can either turn back or keep going past the cave exit for an additional challenge!

3. Birthing Cave Trail (Sedona)

Also in Sedona, Birthing Cave Trail is a short-and-sweet little adventure that leads to a sacred cave where Hopi women used to give birth to their children (hence the name "Birthing Cave.") The hike is relatively simple, but you'll need some serious climbing skills to get into the cave itself.

4. Bob Bear Trail (Pine)

Formerly known as the Fossil Springs Trail, Bob Bear Trail is 8.3 miles long and leads to a breathtaking waterfall that looks like it belongs in a tropical rainforest. You'll also see a hidden cave with turquoise waters sure to leave you in absolute awe.

5. Monument Canyon and Broadway Cave via Jacob's Trail (Apache Junction)

Easily missed if you aren't looking for it, the tiny cave on this 4.3-mile hike is barely large enough to squeeze through. The much larger Broadway Cave is the trail's namesake, which makes this hidden gem even more unbeknownst to the vast majority of people.

6. Robbers Roost Trail (Clarkdale)

Boasting expansive views of Red Rock Country, the 3-mile Robbers Roost Trail takes hikers on a captivating journey to this enormous cave that functions just like a picture window. Legend has it, the trail is called "Robbers Roost" because outlaws used to sit up here and plot their escape routes - that may or may not be true, but it certainly makes for an interesting hike.

7. Wasson Peak via King Canyon and Hugh Norris Trail (Cortaro)

This 7.9-mile hike nestled in Saguaro National Park is known for its breathtaking mountain vistas, but that isn't all you'll see on the trail. There's a secret cave filled with ancient petroglyphs, and an incredible sight to behold. Keep an eye out for all the flowering cacti, as well!

How many of these hidden cave trails in Arizona have you embarked on? Tell us in the comments section below, and check out our previous article to learn more about Robbers Roost.