Waterfall Hikes Near Ellsworth, ME

8,478 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ellsworth? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ellsworth. 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 44.5847°N, -68.4875°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ellsworth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Ellsworth have live flow data today

Bagaduce Falls Low Goose Falls Low Grand Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Holmes Falls Moderate Little Falls Moderate Hadlock Falls Low Man O'War Brook Falls Low Sullivan Falls Low Little Falls Moderate Sprague Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Partly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 79°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 82°F Partly Sunny Best
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 89°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 88°F Chance Rain Showers
Ind 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Ellsworth

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 28th percentile
  2. 2 Holmes Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 28th percentile
  3. 3 Little Falls Moderate · 252 cfs 28th percentile
  4. 4 Little Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 28th percentile
  5. 5 Sprague Falls Moderate · 252 cfs 28th percentile
  6. 6 Bagaduce Falls Low · 8 cfs 23rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ellsworth (3 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.

Man O'War Brook Falls waterfall

Man O'War Brook Falls

42.1 miles away
In Acadia National Park
Maine
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Sprague Falls

40 miles away
Maine
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ellsworth (7 waterfalls)

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

Bagaduce Falls waterfall

Bagaduce Falls

22.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hadlock Falls waterfall

Hadlock Falls

43.2 miles away
In Acadia National Park
Maine
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft
Goose Falls waterfall CC

Goose Falls

27.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Ellsworth

Sullivan Falls waterfall

Sullivan Falls

36.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bagaduce Falls waterfall

Bagaduce Falls

22.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Man O'War Brook Falls waterfall

Man O'War Brook Falls

42.1 miles away
In Acadia National Park
Maine
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Hadlock Falls waterfall

Hadlock Falls

43.2 miles away
In Acadia National Park
Maine
Moderate
2.8 miles 500 ft

Sprague Falls

40 miles away
Maine
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Goose Falls waterfall CC

Goose Falls

27.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

41 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grand Falls waterfall

Grand Falls

34 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Falls waterfall

Little Falls

39.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Holmes Falls

33.4 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

30.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ellsworth

Are there free waterfalls near Ellsworth?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Ellsworth, including Bagaduce Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ellsworth?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Ellsworth, including Holmes Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ellsworth?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ellsworth, including Bagaduce Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellsworth?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ellsworth, including Bagaduce Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ellsworth?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ellsworth is Bagaduce Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ellsworth?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Ellsworth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ellsworth?

The closest waterfall to Ellsworth is Sullivan Falls, approximately 14.4 miles away.

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