Waterfall Hikes Near Island Falls, ME

342 residents
New York Time Zone
42 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Island Falls? There are 42 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Island Falls. 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 46.0081°N, -68.2648°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Island Falls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

42 of 42 gauged

1 of 42 waterfalls near Island Falls is flowing strongly today

Abol Falls Barely Flowing Ambajejus Falls Barely Flowing Debsconeag Falls Barely Flowing Grand Falls Barely Flowing Grindstone Falls Barely Flowing Ledge Falls Barely Flowing Nesowadnehunk Falls Barely Flowing Passamagamet Falls Barely Flowing Pockwockamus Falls Barely Flowing Whetstone Falls Barely Flowing Big Ambejackmockamus Falls Low Big Niagara Falls Low Boars Head Falls Low Bowlin Falls Low Gilman Falls Low Grand Falls Low Green Falls Low Katahdin Falls Low Katahdin Stream Falls Low Ledge Falls Low Ledge Falls Low Little Ambejackmockamus Falls Low Little Niagara Falls Low Millinocket Falls Low Munsungan Falls Low Norway Falls Low Orin Falls Low Stair Falls Low Gordon Falls Barely Flowing Ledge Falls Moderate Lower Falls Barely Flowing Sawtelle Falls Barely Flowing Shin Falls Barely Flowing Warren Falls Barely Flowing Upper Falls Barely Flowing Stair Falls Barely Flowing Mud Lake Falls Roaring Briggs Mills Falls Moderate Middle Pitch Falls Moderate Van Dine Falls Moderate Jackson Falls Moderate Hays Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Chance Rain Showers · 75°F

Sat 75°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Sun 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 84°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 85°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Island Falls

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mud Lake Falls Roaring · 312 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Hays Falls Moderate · 96 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Jackson Falls Moderate · 470 cfs 61st percentile
  4. 4 Van Dine Falls Moderate · 470 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 Middle Pitch Falls Moderate · 470 cfs 61st percentile
  6. 6 Briggs Mills Falls Moderate · 470 cfs 61st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Island Falls (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Island Falls (20 waterfalls)

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

Warren Falls waterfall

Warren Falls

3.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bowlin Falls waterfall

Bowlin Falls

8.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 42 Waterfalls Near Island Falls

Little Ambejackmockamus Falls

Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 250 ft
Munsungan Falls waterfall

Munsungan Falls

45.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Island Falls

Are there free waterfalls near Island Falls?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Island Falls, including Big Ambejackmockamus Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Island Falls?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Island Falls, including Briggs Mills Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Island Falls?

There are 20 dog-friendly waterfalls near Island Falls, including Abol Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Island Falls?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Island Falls, including Abol Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Island Falls?

There are 5 waterfalls that allow swimming near Island Falls, including Ledge Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Island Falls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Island Falls is Abol Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Island Falls?

The tallest waterfall near Island Falls is Hays Falls at 66 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Island Falls require permits?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Island Falls require a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Island Falls?

Yes, 34 waterfalls near Island Falls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Island Falls?

The closest waterfall to Island Falls is Warren Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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