There’s A Secret Waterfall In Arizona Known As New Navajo Falls, And It’s Worth Seeking Out

When we think about waterfalls in Arizona, Havasupai is typically the first one that comes to mind - and understandably so. Unfortunately, this leads many locals and tourists alike to forget that any others even exist at all! Located in the very same canyon is New Navajo Falls (also known as "Little Navajo Falls"), a natural wonder whose formation just over ten years ago was a beautiful accident. If you've ever Googled Arizona waterfalls near me, there's a chance you didn't see this one - but you should.

As you can see, Navajo Falls is situated just before its more famous cousins: Mooney and Beaver Falls.

This is why so many people don't even know it exists; they simply skip ahead in haste. In the village of Supai, one long (24.5 miles, to be exact) trail leads to all four destinations. Little Navajo Falls is up first, requiring a mere 0.5-mile hike each way.

This hidden gem was a beautiful accident, formed by a flash flood that tore through the canyon in 2008.

Unbeknownst to most visitors, two separate falls were actually created from the catastrophe. You can faintly see the upper portion hiding in the background, so don't be like most people and only stop at the lower half - there's so much more to see!

Here's an aerial shot to give you the full picture (see what we did there?):

People often bring inner tubes and other flotation devices to relax in the gigantic natural pool created by the canyon walls.

Countless streams intertwine and cascade down the majestic rocky ledges, resulting in a powerful flow whose roar echoes for miles into the distance.

Hikers undoubtedly hear it as they trudge along, an auditory teaser of the grandiose scene to come.

Well-defined pathways streamline your adventure, with each change in direction clearly marked so as not to create any confusion.

That means less time navigating and more time exploring the vastness of this ethereal place.

One of the best things about Little Navajo Falls is that it's suitable to visit year-round.

Whether the sun is shining brilliantly overhead or snow covers the ground, unadulterated natural beauty is always in season.

Have you ever hiked to Little Navajo Falls? If so, do pictures do it justice? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!

Check out our previous article for more waterfalls that belong on your outdoor adventure bucket list: 6 Gorgeous Arizona Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight With No Hiking Required.