Waterfall Hikes Near Burlington, VT

123,307 residents
New_York Time Zone
36 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Burlington? There are 36 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Burlington. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.4876°N, -73.2316°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Burlington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

36 of 36 gauged

2 of 36 waterfalls near Burlington are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Artists Falls Moderate Beaver Meadows Falls Moderate Bushnell Falls Moderate Fairy Ladder Falls Moderate Indian Falls Moderate Linsey Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Rocky Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Bailey Falls Roaring Falls of Lana Roaring Bingham Falls Low Bingham Falls Low Blake Falls Moderate Mollys Falls Moderate Bolton Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Split Rock Falls Moderate Clifford Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hulls Falls Moderate Monument Falls Moderate Phelps Falls Moderate Russell Falls Moderate The Flume Fall Moderate Highgate Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Moretown Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Texas Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Winooski Falls Moderate Wanika Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 58°F

Tod 62°F Mostly Cloudy
Sun 67°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 58°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 57°F Sunny
Wed 61°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 62°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 65°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Burlington (6 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.

Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

31.5 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

31.2 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Burlington (26 waterfalls)

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

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

29.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 36 Waterfalls Near Burlington

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

29.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

31.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

31.5 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

31.2 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

35.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bolton Falls waterfall

Bolton Falls

4.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moss Glen Falls waterfall

Moss Glen Falls

10.1 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

13 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft
Highgate Falls waterfall

Highgate Falls

Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moretown Falls waterfall

Moretown Falls

13.2 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

30.6 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

18.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

24.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

43.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Lana waterfall

Falls of Lana

20.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
Hulls Falls waterfall

Hulls Falls

27.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Phelps Falls waterfall

Phelps Falls

30.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blake Falls waterfall

Blake Falls

15.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Burlington

Are there free waterfalls near Burlington?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Burlington?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Burlington, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Burlington?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Burlington?

There are 28 kid-friendly waterfalls near Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Burlington?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Burlington, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Burlington?

The shortest waterfall hike near Burlington is Alice Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Burlington?

The tallest waterfall near Burlington is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Burlington require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Burlington?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Burlington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Burlington?

The closest waterfall to Burlington is Winooski Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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