Waterfall Hikes Near Hampton Beach, NH

2,650 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hampton Beach? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hampton Beach. 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 42.9140°N, -70.8127°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hampton Beach

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

1 of 12 waterfalls near Hampton Beach is flowing strongly today

Garvin Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Moderate Hampton Falls Barely Flowing Mayo Falls Low Orris Falls Low Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Moderate Purgatory Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Barely Flowing Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 76°F Sunny Best
Thu 76°F Patchy Fog then Showers And Thunderstorms
Jun 82°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 72°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Hampton Beach

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Sewalls Falls Roaring · 179 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Pawtucket Falls Roaring · 7800 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 49th percentile
  4. 4 Greggs Falls Moderate · 102 cfs 38th percentile
  5. 5 Garvin Falls Moderate · 22 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 25th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hampton Beach (2 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.

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

50 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hampton Beach (7 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

48.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

41.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Hampton Beach

Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

36.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

48.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

41.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

50 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Greggs Falls

46.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

24.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

6.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

48.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hampton Beach

Are there free waterfalls near Hampton Beach?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Hampton Beach, including Hampton Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hampton Beach?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Hampton Beach, including Pawtucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hampton Beach?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hampton Beach, including Mayo Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hampton Beach?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hampton Beach, including Mayo Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hampton Beach?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hampton Beach is Garvin Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hampton Beach?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Hampton Beach have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hampton Beach?

The closest waterfall to Hampton Beach is Hampton Falls, approximately 2.6 miles away.

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