What’s better than a waterfall hike? A family-friendly waterfall hike that features breathtaking views from start to finish. You’ll find just that in Massacre Falls Trail, a six-mile out-and-back adventure that leads to a truly awe-inspiring waterfall.
At just under six miles long, Massacre Falls Trail is a family-friendly, out-and-back hike near Tortilla Flat.
AllTrails/Theresa McKenzie The difficulty is rated as moderate on AllTrails, but don’t let that deter you—aside from a few loose rocks, it’s fairly low-impact and suitable for most skill levels.
Breathtaking scenery abounds all along the trail, and each season showcases the rugged desert landscape in a slightly different way.
AllTrails/Tom Kinrade Springtime brings eye-popping wildflowers in every color of the rainbow, their vibrant blooms symbolizing rebirth and new life.
Despite the recent wildfires ripping through this area, much of the native flora remains.
AllTrails/Jen Bancino You’ll see myriad desert vegetation, including several different types of cacti. And that isn’t all—in the distance, snow-covered mountain peaks stretch up toward the clouds and offer jaw-dropping vistas.
The hike gradually ascends to a peak elevation of about 1,100 feet.
AllTrails/Anthony Michel Your legs will definitely get a workout, but in a way that feels rewarding rather than exhausting. Not to mention the unparalleled views at the summit—you can practically see to the ends of the earth!
As you near the end of the hike, keep your eyes glued to the lofty canyon up ahead.
AllTrails/Anthony Michel That’s where you’ll find Massacre Falls, the trail’s namesake, in all its majestic glory.
Early spring, when the winter snow begins to melt, is your best bet for catching the waterfall at its greatest strength.
AllTrails/Kevin Small Before ever laying eyes on the little-known natural wonder, you’ll hear its mighty roar.
Spilling off the top of a towering rock wall, the waterfall has to be at least 100 feet tall.
AllTrails/Josep Cors What a finale to an already incredible outdoor adventure!
Visit the AllTrails page to learn more.
AllTrails/Theresa McKenzie
The difficulty is rated as moderate on AllTrails, but don’t let that deter you—aside from a few loose rocks, it’s fairly low-impact and suitable for most skill levels.
AllTrails/Tom Kinrade
Springtime brings eye-popping wildflowers in every color of the rainbow, their vibrant blooms symbolizing rebirth and new life.
AllTrails/Jen Bancino
You’ll see myriad desert vegetation, including several different types of cacti. And that isn’t all—in the distance, snow-covered mountain peaks stretch up toward the clouds and offer jaw-dropping vistas.
AllTrails/Anthony Michel
Your legs will definitely get a workout, but in a way that feels rewarding rather than exhausting. Not to mention the unparalleled views at the summit—you can practically see to the ends of the earth!
That’s where you’ll find Massacre Falls, the trail’s namesake, in all its majestic glory.
AllTrails/Kevin Small
Before ever laying eyes on the little-known natural wonder, you’ll hear its mighty roar.
AllTrails/Josep Cors
What a finale to an already incredible outdoor adventure!
Have you ever hiked Massacre Falls Trail? If so, tell us all about your experience in the comments section below! Check out our previous article for another kid-friendly waterfall hike in Arizona.
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