About this spot
Parsons Spring lies at the end of the Parsons Trail in the Sycamore Canyon Wilderness near Cottonwood — a spring-fed, perennial stretch of creek with clear green pools. More of a scenic swimming-hole hike with small jumps than big cliffs.
Safety first. Cliff jumping is inherently dangerous and can cause serious injury or death. Conditions — water depth, submerged hazards, and access — change constantly. CliffScout is community-sourced reference information, not a guarantee a spot is safe. Always assess the conditions yourself before jumping, and never jump where you're unsure. You assume all risk.