Waterfall Hikes Near Halifax, NS

359,111 residents
25 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Halifax? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of Halifax. 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 44.6500°N, -63.6000°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Halifax

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

25 waterfalls near Halifax have live flow data today

Quarry Lake Fall 2 Moderate Brophys Run Fall Moderate Otter Falls Moderate Davidson's Brook Falls Moderate Terence Bay River Fall Moderate Quarry Lake Fall Moderate Broad Falls Moderate Brophy's Run Fall 2 Moderate Six Mile Falls Moderate Beaverdam Brook Falls Moderate Mosher Falls Moderate Burned Potato Falls Moderate Skerry Falls Moderate Myra Falls Moderate Miller Lake Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mainly Sunny · 19°F

Tod 12°F Fog
Thu 19°F Mainly Sunny Best
Fri 24°F Cloudy
Sat 17°F Drizzle
Sun 13°F Rain Showers
Mon 20°F Cloudy
Tue 19°F Partly Cloudy

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Halifax (11 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.

Beaverdam Brook Falls waterfall

Beaverdam Brook Falls

8.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
3.1 km Unknown
Six Mile Falls waterfall

Six Mile Falls

18.6 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
5.0 km 15 m
Miller Lake Falls waterfall

Miller Lake Falls

Nova Scotia
Easy
0.5 km 4 m

All 25 Waterfalls Near Halifax

Beaverdam Brook Falls waterfall

Beaverdam Brook Falls

8.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
3.1 km Unknown
Otter Falls waterfall

Otter Falls

3.5 km away
Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Six Mile Falls waterfall

Six Mile Falls

18.6 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
5.0 km 15 m

Davidson's Brook Falls

3.5 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
0.5 km Unknown
Broad Falls waterfall

Broad Falls

7.3 km away
In Terence Bay Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Hard
7.1 km 200 m
Miller Lake Falls waterfall

Miller Lake Falls

Nova Scotia
Easy
0.5 km 4 m

Johnston Falls

Nova Scotia
Easy
4.2 km 66 m

Brophys Run Fall

0.9 km away
In Terence Bay Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Moderate
7.1 km Unknown

Terence Bay River Fall

3.3 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
7.1 km 109 m

Brophy's Run Fall 2

0.3 km away
In Terence Bay Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Moderate
7.1 km 109 m

Quarry Lake Fall 2

0 km away
In Terence Bay Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Moderate
7.1 km 109 m

Quarry Lake Fall

0.9 km away
In Terence Bay Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Moderate
7.1 km 109 m
Slaughenwhites Cascades waterfall

Slaughenwhites Cascades

7.1 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
0.5 km Unknown

Pockwock Falls

7.1 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
7.6 km 126 m
Blue Falls waterfall

Blue Falls

Nova Scotia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Jam Falls

Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Dawson Brook Falls

Nova Scotia
Easy
1.4 km 46 m

Meader Falls

8.4 km away
Nova Scotia
Moderate
2.1 km Unknown
Myra Falls waterfall

Myra Falls

8.5 km away
Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Burned Potato Falls

Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Halifax

Are there free waterfalls near Halifax?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Halifax, including Beaverdam Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Halifax?

There are 11 easy waterfall hikes near Halifax, including Beaverdam Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Halifax?

The shortest waterfall hike near Halifax is Beaverdam Brook Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Halifax?

The tallest waterfall near Halifax is Quarry Lake Fall at 8 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Halifax?

Yes, 25 waterfalls near Halifax have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Halifax?

The closest waterfall to Halifax is Beaverdam Brook Falls, approximately 6 km away.

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