Beautiful hike to a beautiful oasis! Challenging in the heat so best before May. First 4 miles on paved road, next 4 on trail back through the canyon. Bring extra water and a water filter. Very exposed after morning hours so dont forget sunscreen too!

The hike was great and worth the view. We camped overnight and we were the only ones there. There are no signs to tell you that you made it to the falls and the falls are not visible from the trail. But someone was kind enough to mark the entrance off of the trail with two white ribbons!

Very nice desert Oasis. Plenty of spots to camp just a little bit of a hike to get to

Awesome hike, total of about 16 miles round trip if you dont use the tram. Using the tram will save you about 7.5 miles if you use it both ways but be sure to get tickets before you start if you plan on walking up but taking the tram down.The views are wonderful as are most of the Sabino Canyon trails, but the pool (about 8 miles from the parking area if you walk the tram road, 4.3 if you start from tram stop #9, the last stop) is spectacular and transports you to a place that takes you out of Tucson and into another experience.Its not a difficult hike if youre used to hiking, but its still a long hike for many, with elevation changes. Theres nothing technical to be concerned with and the trail is, mostly, well marked. During rainy seasons some of the bridges could be flooded and as you get to the pool there is a creek or two (again, depending on how much rain has fallen) that you may need to cross. Id suggest more than just water proof boots during those times, many people bring plastic bags from the supermarkets and cover their boots with them (rubber bands are helpful) when they cross the streams.Its a very rewarding hike with changing colors in the winter (the equivalent of fall in cooler climates) and the sounds of running water when we have have had rainfall. When you get to the pool, theres always running water and a small waterfall.Its not a busy trail you may see one or two other groups as you hike but mostly youre on your own.As with any hiking in Tucson, bring water, lots of water in the summer. Proper gear is suggested, the path is too rocky to hike in sneakers or running shoes, shoes or boots meant for hiking are strongly suggested. The average casual hiker will have no trouble if properly equipped but consider about 30 minutes per mile, so if you take the tram to the last stop and hike from there, you will have a 2 hour hike to the pool and another 2 hour hike down. If you stop for 1/2 hour to enjoy the pool, thats a 4.5 hour hike. The tram runs every thirty minutes and is probably (Im guessing here) a 20 minute trip since it is a guided tour and not just transportation.

Obviously, water levels make or break this pool and the water this time of year is snowmelt and cold... But what a gem of a spot where the Sabino Creek picks up water volume from a nearby tributary and some rocks creating a narrowed canyon and pool. Just off the AZ Trail, so look for the social trails and cairns.

Great pool for swimming and diving. Long hike through

Great place to camp while hiking the AZT. Just look out for rising water during flash floods! We had to move camp to higher ground as the water rose on us.

The most special place in all the Catalinas

Always a great swimming hole. Not easy to find so do your research and plan ahead. Bring way more water than you think you need. Wear a hat and sunglasses and watch for snakes. Don’t go alone! Or at least tell someone when to expect you back. Respect the desert and it might not kill you.

This jewel of a hiking destination is not that hard to get to even in a single day. There are also several nice places to camp here if you decide to make this part of an overnight trip.

An amazing adventure and great place to camp

Great hike to deep, flowing water.

One of the best swimming hole in the Catalinas. Great backpacking destination.

Hutches pool is an amazing place that is filled with water all year round for cliff diving, swimming! It is a very deep small lake.

20 ft ledge to jump off complete with paracord tied into loops to get you back yup the ledge. Nice sandy beach and plenty of camping spots.

This is a really tough hike, especially in the AZ heat; but once we jumped in the water it was worth it!!