Waterfall Hikes Near Cumberland Head, NY

1,357 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cumberland Head? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cumberland Head. 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 44.7177°N, -73.3980°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cumberland Head

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 29 gauged

28 waterfalls near Cumberland Head have live flow data today

Alice Falls Barely Flowing Rainbow Falls Barely Flowing Artists Falls Moderate Beaver Meadows Falls Moderate Bushnell Falls Moderate Fairy Ladder Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Bingham Falls Barely Flowing Bingham Falls Barely Flowing Bolton Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Split Rock Falls Barely Flowing 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 High Falls Barely Flowing Highgate Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Barely Flowing Moretown Falls Barely Flowing Moss Glen Falls Barely Flowing Winooski Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Ind 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cumberland Head

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Highgate Falls Moderate ยท 12 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Artists Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 65th percentile
  3. 3 Beaver Meadows Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 65th percentile
  4. 4 The Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 65th percentile
  5. 5 Bushnell Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Rainbow Falls Moderate ยท 0 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cumberland Head (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.

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

5.1 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cumberland Head (21 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

9.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

23.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Cumberland Head

Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moss Glen Falls waterfall

Moss Glen Falls

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

Artists Falls

40.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Meadows Falls waterfall

Beaver Meadows Falls

40.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

7.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fairy Ladder Falls waterfall

Fairy Ladder Falls

8.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

28.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.8 miles 700 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

22.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moretown Falls waterfall

Moretown Falls

Vermont
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cumberland Head

Are there free waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Cumberland Head, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cumberland Head?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Cumberland Head, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cumberland Head?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cumberland Head, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cumberland Head, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cumberland Head?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

The tallest waterfall near Cumberland Head is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cumberland Head require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cumberland Head?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cumberland Head have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cumberland Head?

The closest waterfall to Cumberland Head is Kent Falls, approximately 9.3 miles away.

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