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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 85°F

Sat 78°F Areas Of Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 87°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lewiston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Saccarappa Falls Moderate · 1060 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Dundee Falls Moderate · 1060 cfs 72nd percentile
  3. 3 Presumpscot Falls Moderate · 1060 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 Mallison Falls Moderate · 1060 cfs 72nd percentile
  5. 5 Basion Cove Falls Moderate · 150 cfs 56th percentile
  6. 6 Pumgustuck Moderate · 150 cfs 56th 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

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

Basin Falls

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

Steep Falls

38.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Lewiston

Great Falls waterfall CC

Great Falls

25.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

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

Basin Falls

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

Steep Falls

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

Basion Cove Falls

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

Presumpscot Falls

5.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

42.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

13.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

10.2 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Saccarappa Falls

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

Kezar Falls

49.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

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

The Falls

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

Rumford Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Brickett Falls

47.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

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

Kees Falls

Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Hermit Falls waterfall

Hermit Falls

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

Ellis Falls

18.1 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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