Waterfall Hikes Near Bethel, ME

561 residents
New York Time Zone
49 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bethel? There are 49 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bethel. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.4038°N, -70.7863°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bethel

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

48 of 49 gauged

12 of 48 waterfalls near Bethel are flowing strongly today

Angel Falls Moderate Arethusa Falls Moderate Hawthorne Falls Moderate Lower Falls Moderate Ripley Falls Moderate Zealand Falls Moderate Upper Falls Moderate Thoreau Falls Moderate Thirteen Falls Moderate Aziscohos Falls (historical) Moderate Ellingwood Falls Moderate Garfield Falls Moderate Basin Falls Moderate Bisco Falls Moderate Kezar Falls Moderate Steep Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Little Falls Barely Flowing Smalls Falls Barely Flowing Brickett Falls Moderate Coosauk Fall Moderate Glen Ellis Falls Moderate Hermit Falls Moderate Hitchcock Falls Moderate Winniweta Falls Moderate Triple Falls Moderate Dryad Falls Strong Giant Falls Strong Peboamauk Fall Strong Dundee Falls Moderate Mallison Falls Moderate Dunn Falls Strong Ellis Falls Strong Mother Walker Falls Strong Screw Auger Falls Strong Silver Ripple Cascade Strong The Cataracts Strong Franconia Falls Moderate Nancy Cascades Moderate Great Falls Strong Great Falls Moderate Swans Falls Moderate Kees Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Moderate Rumford Falls Roaring The Falls Roaring Sabbaday Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 79°F Sunny
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Bethel

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Roaring · 3040 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Rumford Falls Roaring · 3040 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Peboamauk Fall Strong · 2220 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Dryad Falls Strong · 2220 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Giant Falls Strong · 2220 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 The Cataracts Strong · 112 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bethel (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bethel (37 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Kees Falls waterfall

Kees Falls

10.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Screw Auger Falls waterfall

Screw Auger Falls

19 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dryad Falls

13 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mother Walker Falls waterfall

Mother Walker Falls

18.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cataracts waterfall

The Cataracts

14.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 49 Waterfalls Near Bethel

Kees Falls waterfall

Kees Falls

10.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Kezar Falls waterfall

Kezar Falls

40.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Screw Auger Falls waterfall

Screw Auger Falls

19 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dryad Falls

13 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mother Walker Falls waterfall

Mother Walker Falls

18.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cataracts waterfall

The Cataracts

14.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

45.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Giant Falls waterfall

Giant Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.5 miles 500 ft
Ellis Falls waterfall

Ellis Falls

46.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Ripple Cascade

13.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

31.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hermit Falls waterfall

Hermit Falls

30.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rumford Falls waterfall

Rumford Falls

37.8 miles away
Maine
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Dunn Falls waterfall

Dunn Falls

2.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Brickett Falls waterfall

Brickett Falls

44.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

27.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Peboamauk Fall

46.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Triple Falls waterfall

Triple Falls

6.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

28.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Angel Falls waterfall

Angel Falls

21.8 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.8 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bethel

Are there free waterfalls near Bethel?

There are 29 free waterfalls near Bethel, including Angel Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bethel?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Bethel, including Angel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bethel?

There are 37 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bethel, including Angel Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethel?

There are 35 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bethel, including Angel Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bethel?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Bethel, including Franconia Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bethel?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bethel is Angel Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bethel?

The tallest waterfall near Bethel is Nancy Cascades at 300 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Bethel require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Bethel requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bethel?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near Bethel have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bethel?

The closest waterfall to Bethel is Kees Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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