Waterfall Hikes Near Amherst, NS

9,336 residents
17 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Amherst? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Amherst. These trails range from drive_up to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 45.8300°N, -64.2100°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Amherst

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

3 of 17 waterfalls near Amherst are flowing strongly today

Melanson Falls Moderate Dickson Falls Low Laverty Falls Low Hellgate Falls Moderate Borden Brook Falls Moderate Black Hole Falls Moderate Baxter Harbour Falls Moderate Economy Falls Roaring Spencer Brrok Falls Roaring Martin Brook Falls Roaring North River Falls Low Jeffers brook falls Low Wards falls Low Hidden Falls Low

Updated 44 minutes ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 23°F

Tod 18°F Fog
Thu 24°F Cloudy
Fri 18°F Cloudy
Sat 22°F Heavy Drizzle
Sun 14°F Drizzle
Mon 22°F Cloudy
Tue 23°F Sunny Best

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Amherst (8 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Economy Falls waterfall

Economy Falls

Nova Scotia
Easy
1.6 km 86 m

All 17 Waterfalls Near Amherst

Hidden Falls waterfall

Hidden Falls

34.2 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
6.0 km Unknown

Jeffers brook falls

37.2 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
8.0 km Unknown
North River Falls waterfall

North River Falls

12 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
1.9 km Unknown

Wards falls

76.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
6.3 km 165 m
Economy Falls waterfall

Economy Falls

Nova Scotia
Easy
1.6 km 86 m

Borden Brook Falls

13.1 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
1.3 km 46 m
Wentworth Falls waterfall

Wentworth Falls

63.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
0.6 km 18 m

Gordon Falls

44.7 km away
New Brunswick
Hard
1.9 km Unknown

Gibson Fall's

44.8 km away
New Brunswick
Easy
1.0 km Unknown

Spencer Brrok Falls

65.5 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
1.6 km 31 m

Black Hole Falls

1.6 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
1.0 km 41 m

Martin Brook Falls

66.5 km away
Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Laverty Falls waterfall

Laverty Falls

47.6 km away
In Fundy National Park
New Brunswick
Easy
0.6 km 12 m
Baxter Harbour Falls waterfall

Baxter Harbour Falls

13.1 km away
Nova Scotia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Melanson Falls

12.7 km away
New Brunswick
Easy
1.0 km Unknown
Dickson Falls waterfall

Dickson Falls

52.1 km away
In Fundy National Park
New Brunswick
Easy
0.8 km Unknown
Hellgate Falls waterfall

Hellgate Falls

75.3 km away
Nova Scotia
Hard
0.8 km Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Amherst

Are there free waterfalls near Amherst?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Amherst, including Baxter Harbour Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Amherst?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Amherst, including Baxter Harbour Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Amherst?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Amherst, including Dickson Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Amherst?

The shortest waterfall hike near Amherst is Baxter Harbour Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Amherst?

The tallest waterfall near Amherst is Economy Falls at 20 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Amherst?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Amherst have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Amherst?

The closest waterfall to Amherst is Hidden Falls, approximately 34.2 km away.

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