Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Arrowhead, ME

2,896 residents
New_York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Arrowhead? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Arrowhead. 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 43.6634°N, -70.7382°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Arrowhead

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

8 of 31 waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead are flowing strongly today

Basin Falls Moderate Bisco Falls Moderate Kezar Falls Moderate Steep Falls Moderate Basion Cove Falls Strong Pumgustuck Strong Beede Falls Moderate Sabbaday Falls Moderate Brickett Falls Barely Flowing Hermit Falls Barely Flowing Winniweta Falls Barely Flowing Dundee Falls Roaring Mallison Falls Roaring Presumpscot Falls Roaring Saccarappa Falls Roaring Fletcher Cascades Low Norway Rapids Low Shell Cascade Low Great Falls Low Great Falls Moderate Swans Falls Moderate Hampton Falls Moderate Kees Falls Barely Flowing Mad River Falls Barely Flowing Livermore Falls Moderate Mayo Falls Moderate Orris Falls Moderate Nancy Cascades Low Packers Falls Roaring Thompson Falls Low Steeles Falls Strong

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Tue 59°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 57°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 57°F Light Rain
Fri 61°F Rain Showers
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 73°F Mostly Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Arrowhead (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.

Mallison Falls

3.6 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Arrowhead (24 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

34.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Saccarappa Falls waterfall

Saccarappa Falls

8.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Orris Falls waterfall

Orris Falls

49.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Lake Arrowhead

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

34.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Saccarappa Falls waterfall

Saccarappa Falls

8.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

3.6 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Dundee Falls

45.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Orris Falls waterfall

Orris Falls

49.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Presumpscot Falls waterfall

Presumpscot Falls

10.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Swans Falls waterfall

Swans Falls

36.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kezar Falls waterfall

Kezar Falls

43.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

3.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

41.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basion Cove Falls waterfall

Basion Cove Falls

11.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

36.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

47.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

37.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bisco Falls waterfall

Bisco Falls

36.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beede Falls waterfall

Beede Falls

13.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brickett Falls waterfall

Brickett Falls

45.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

36.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kees Falls waterfall

Kees Falls

42.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

41.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Arrowhead

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead, including Basin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Arrowhead, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Arrowhead?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead, including Basin Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead, including Basin Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Lake Arrowhead, including Beede Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Arrowhead?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Arrowhead is Basin Falls at 0.7 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Arrowhead is Nancy Cascades at 300 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Arrowhead?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Lake Arrowhead have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Arrowhead?

The closest waterfall to Lake Arrowhead is Great Falls, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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