How long is Fossil Creek Waterfall?

4 miles, out & back, with about 1,300 feet of elevation gain — roughly 1 hr 59 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Fossil Creek Waterfall?

It's rated Hard. turquoise travertine pools; permit

Where is Fossil Creek Waterfall?

Fossil Creek Waterfall is in Arizona. turquoise travertine pools; permit

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Fossil Creek Waterfall

Arizona

Distance4 mi

Est. time~1 hr 59 min

Elevation gain↗ 1,300 ft

RouteOut & back

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Fossil Creek Waterfall is a hard 4-mile out & back hike in Arizona with about 1,300 ft of elevation gain. turquoise travertine pools; permit.

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