Waterfall Hikes Near New Glasgow, NS

20,322 residents
12 Waterfalls

within 80 km

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Glasgow? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within an 80 km radius of New Glasgow. 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 45.5833°N, -62.6333°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Glasgow

Today's Conditions

Live data from the Water Survey of Canada

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near New Glasgow have live flow data today

Gleason Brook Falls Low Fantum Falls Low Jane's Falls Low Drysdale Falls Low Nuttby falls Low Donald's Falls Low Big Falls Moderate

Updated 34 minutes ago via Water Survey of Canada

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Cloudy · 16°F

Tod 10°F Rain
Fri 8°F Cloudy
Sat 9°F Cloudy
Sun 15°F Cloudy
Mon 16°F Cloudy Best
Tue 10°F Light Drizzle
Wed 7°F Cloudy

Flowing best right now near New Glasgow

Updated about 6 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Big Falls Moderate · 14 m³/s 29th percentile
  2. 2 Spencer Brrok Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 18th percentile
  3. 3 Martin Brook Falls Low · 1.0 m³/s 18th percentile
  4. 4 Gleason Brook Falls Low · 2.2 m³/s 13th percentile
  5. 5 Jane's Falls Low · 1.1 m³/s 13th percentile
  6. 6 Drysdale Falls Low · 1.1 m³/s 13th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Glasgow (7 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.

Nuttby falls waterfall

Nuttby falls

44.3 km away
Nova Scotia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Drysdale Falls

46.2 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
1.6 km 30 m

Fantum Falls

50.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
3.7 km 81 m

All 12 Waterfalls Near New Glasgow

Donald's Falls

34.5 km away
In Gully Lake Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Moderate
4.0 km Unknown

Jane's Falls

38 km away
In Gully Lake Wilderness Area
Nova Scotia
Moderate
6.2 km 187 m
Nuttby falls waterfall

Nuttby falls

44.3 km away
Nova Scotia
Drive Up
0.2 km Unknown

Drysdale Falls

46.2 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
1.6 km 30 m

Fantum Falls

50.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
3.7 km 81 m

Gleason Brook Falls

52 km away
Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Waddell Falls waterfall

Waddell Falls

61.4 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
1.4 km Unknown
Joe Howe Falls waterfall

Joe Howe Falls

61.5 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
1.3 km 15 m
Wentworth Falls waterfall

Wentworth Falls

63.8 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
0.6 km 18 m

Martin Brook Falls

76.7 km away
Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Spencer Brrok Falls

78.1 km away
Nova Scotia
Easy
1.6 km 31 m
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

78.3 km away
Nova Scotia
Unknown
Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Glasgow

Are there free waterfalls near New Glasgow?

There are 12 free waterfalls near New Glasgow, including Big Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Glasgow?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near New Glasgow, including Drysdale Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Glasgow?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near New Glasgow, including Waddell Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Glasgow?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Glasgow is Donald's Falls at 0.2 km round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Glasgow?

The tallest waterfall near New Glasgow is Spencer Brrok Falls at 15 metres.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Glasgow?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near New Glasgow have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Glasgow?

The closest waterfall to New Glasgow is Donald's Falls, approximately 34.5 km away.

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