Waterfall Hikes Near Francestown, NH

129 residents

New York Time Zone

31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Francestown? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Francestown. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 42.9895°N, -71.8141°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Francestown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

4 of 31 waterfalls near Francestown are flowing strongly today

Beaver Brook Falls Strong Fay Falls Strong Black River Falls Moderate Crystal Cascade Falls Moderate Gerrys Falls Moderate Little Cascade Falls Moderate Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Doane Falls Moderate Royalston Falls Moderate Spirit Falls Moderate Gages Falls Moderate Saxtons River Falls Moderate Twin Falls Moderate Sokoki Falls Moderate Garvin Falls Moderate Great Falls Low Greggs Falls Moderate Hamilton Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Low Livermore Falls Barely Flowing Packers Falls Strong Pawtucket Falls Moderate Purgatory Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Low Welton Falls Barely Flowing Turners Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing The Cascade Low Steeles Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 82°F Isolated Rain Showers

Mon 84°F Sunny Best

Tue 83°F Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Wed 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 95°F Sunny

Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Ind 88°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Francestown (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.

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Francestown (21 waterfalls)

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

Purgatory Falls

47.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

4.5 miles 400 ft

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaver Brook Falls

42.9 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Francestown

Purgatory Falls

47.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

4.5 miles 400 ft

Greggs Falls

6.8 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Beaver Brook Falls

42.9 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Garvin Falls

21.1 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Fay Falls

38.9 miles away

New Hampshire

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Royalston Falls

33.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

Steeles Falls

31.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Spirit Falls

34.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Doane Falls

35 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Twin Falls

45.3 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gages Falls

45.4 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

45.6 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Welton Falls

45.9 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.5 miles 400 ft

Wicassic Falls

22.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

42.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Saxtons River Falls

11.2 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pawtucket Falls

11.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Danforth Falls

24.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

1.0 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Francestown

Are there free waterfalls near Francestown?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Francestown, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Francestown?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Francestown, including Danforth Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Francestown?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Francestown, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Francestown?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Francestown, including Beaver Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Francestown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Francestown is Beaver Brook Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Francestown?

The tallest waterfall near Francestown is Hamilton Falls at 125 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Francestown?

Yes, 27 waterfalls near Francestown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Francestown?

The closest waterfall to Francestown is Purgatory Falls, approximately 9.5 miles away.

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