A seasonal waterfall in a basalt canyon near Williams, accessible via an easy trail — no fee, but water flows only after rain or snowmelt.
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Based on this listing's approximate location — see the note on coordinates below.
Seasonal — flows after heavy rain or snowmelt; strongest during spring snowmelt or the July-August monsoon.
Sycamore Falls is a seasonal waterfall located in a basalt canyon within Kaibab National Forest near Williams, Arizona. Access is via an easy trail leading to the falls. The waterfall flows only after heavy rain or significant snowmelt—it is strongest during spring peak runoff and can reappear during the July-August monsoon season. During dry periods, the falls may be absent entirely.
The trail is easy, and there is no day-use fee. The area is also known for rock climbing (often referred to as “Paradise Forks”), so you may encounter climbers if you visit. Information about water flow, trail conditions, and whether the falls are currently running is best obtained by calling or visiting the Kaibab National Forest office before making the drive.
Plan your visit for spring (March-May) during snowmelt, or for the summer monsoon season (July-August) when storms bring temporary water flow. This waterfall is a good choice if you are in the Williams area and want a casual walk to a seasonal feature, but do not expect reliable water flow during most of the year.
Spring snowmelt or July-August monsoon season; strongest during spring peak runoff.
You prefer reliable year-round water flow (this waterfall is seasonal).
No fee or permit requirement was published on the managing agency's site when we last checked — confirm current conditions before you go, since these change.
The managing agency's page (linked below) has the current trailhead and route details — round-trip distance wasn't published when we checked.
We track 5 waterfalls in Mogollon Rim Country.
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fs.usda.gov
USDA Forest Service Kaibab National Forest trail page (Sycamore Rim Trail #45), which documents the Sycamore Falls trailhead and access road. Also a popular rock-climbing area ('Paradise Forks'). Checked 2026-09-03.
Checked September 2026.