Waterfall Hikes Near Lewiston, ME

37,577 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lewiston? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lewiston. 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 44.0915°N, -70.1681°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lewiston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near Lewiston have live flow data today

Basin Falls Barely Flowing Bisco Falls Barely Flowing Kezar Falls Barely Flowing Steep Falls Barely Flowing Basion Cove Falls Barely Flowing Pumgustuck Barely Flowing Brickett Falls Low Hermit Falls Low Dundee Falls Low Mallison Falls Low Presumpscot Falls Low Saccarappa Falls Low Ellis Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Swans Falls Barely Flowing Kees Falls Barely Flowing Mad River Falls Barely Flowing Rumford Falls Barely Flowing The Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 82°F

Aft 74°F Areas Of Smoke
Sun 77°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Partly Sunny
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Lewiston

Updated 18 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Dundee Falls Low · 628 cfs 15th percentile
  2. 2 Saccarappa Falls Low · 628 cfs 15th percentile
  3. 3 Mallison Falls Low · 628 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Presumpscot Falls Low · 628 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 The Falls Low · 1890 cfs 11th percentile
  6. 6 Rumford Falls Low · 1890 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lewiston (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 Lewiston (13 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall CC

Great Falls

32.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

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

Steep Falls

47.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Lewiston

Great Falls waterfall CC

Great Falls

32.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

42.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

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

Steep Falls

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

Basion Cove Falls

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

Presumpscot Falls

35 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

41.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

30.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

29.1 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Saccarappa Falls

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

Kezar Falls

40.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

8.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

48.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rumford Falls waterfall

Rumford Falls

32.9 miles away
Maine
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

22.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brickett Falls waterfall

Brickett Falls

14.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kees Falls waterfall

Kees Falls

43.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Hermit Falls waterfall

Hermit Falls

46.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Ellis Falls waterfall

Ellis Falls

15.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lewiston

Are there free waterfalls near Lewiston?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Lewiston, including Basin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lewiston?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Lewiston, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lewiston?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lewiston, including Basin Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lewiston?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lewiston, including Basin Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Lewiston?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Lewiston, including Swans Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lewiston?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lewiston is Basin Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lewiston?

The tallest waterfall near Lewiston is Rumford Falls at 176 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lewiston?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Lewiston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lewiston?

The closest waterfall to Lewiston is Great Falls, approximately 2.7 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Quality Inn & Suites Auburn I-95

Quality Inn & Suites Auburn I-95

8.0 323 reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

8.2 190 reviews
Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

8.8 212 reviews
Residence Inn by Marriott Auburn

Residence Inn by Marriott Auburn

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