Waterfall Hikes Near Essex Junction, VT

10,646 residents
New_York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Essex Junction? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Essex Junction. 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 44.4902°N, -73.1141°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Essex Junction

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

31 of 31 waterfalls near Essex Junction are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 74°F

Tod 67°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny Best
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Essex Junction (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

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

Bingham Falls

42 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Essex Junction (24 waterfalls)

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

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Alice Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

12.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Essex Junction

Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

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

Split Rock Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hulls Falls waterfall

Hulls Falls

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

Phelps Falls

21.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

9.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Artists Falls waterfall

Artists Falls

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

Beaver Meadows Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

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

Fairy Ladder Falls

29.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

19.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.8 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Essex Junction

Are there free waterfalls near Essex Junction?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Essex Junction, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Essex Junction?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Essex Junction?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Essex Junction, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex Junction?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex Junction, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Essex Junction?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Essex Junction?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Essex Junction?

The tallest waterfall near Essex Junction is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Essex Junction require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Essex Junction?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Essex Junction have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Essex Junction?

The closest waterfall to Essex Junction is Winooski Falls, approximately 3.0 miles away.

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