Waterfall Hikes Near Burlington, VT

123,307 residents
New York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Burlington? There are 37 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

37 of 37 gauged

10 of 37 waterfalls near Burlington are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 87°F

Tod 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Sunny Best
Tue 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 94°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 90°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Burlington

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Falls Strong · 0 cfs 88th percentile
  2. 2 Artists Falls Strong · 0 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Rocky Falls Strong · 0 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Beaver Meadows Falls Strong · 0 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Rainbow Falls Strong · 0 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Linsey Falls Strong · 0 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Burlington (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.

Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

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

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near Burlington

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Bingham Falls

Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bolton Falls waterfall

Bolton Falls

Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moss Glen Falls waterfall

Moss Glen Falls

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

Kent Falls

5.1 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

Vermont
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

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

High Falls

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

Clifford Falls

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

Split Rock Falls

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

Falls of Lana

Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
Hulls Falls waterfall

Hulls Falls

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

Phelps Falls

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

Blake Falls

Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Burlington

Are there free waterfalls near Burlington?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Burlington?

There are 7 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, 6 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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