Waterfall Hikes Near Manchester, NH

169,097 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Manchester? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Manchester. 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 42.9848°N, -71.4447°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Manchester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near Manchester have live flow data today

Beaver Brook Falls Barely Flowing Fay Falls Barely Flowing Danforth Falls Moderate Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Garvin Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Greggs Falls Moderate Hampton Falls Moderate Livermore Falls Barely Flowing Orris Falls Barely Flowing Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Low Purgatory Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Moderate Welton Falls Barely Flowing Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 32 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 82°F

Sun 82°F Sunny Best
Mon 85°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 74°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Manchester

Updated 32 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 1690 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Greggs Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Hampton Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Wicassic Falls Moderate · 122 cfs 51st percentile
  5. 5 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 49th percentile
  6. 6 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 48th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Manchester (4 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.

Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Manchester (15 waterfalls)

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

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

28.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

38.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

37.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Manchester

Greggs Falls

28.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

28.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

43.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

38.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

37.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

18.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

26.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

16.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

20.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

19.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

6.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Orris Falls

30.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

5.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

38.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

39.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Livermore Falls waterfall

Livermore Falls

10.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

41.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Welton Falls waterfall

Welton Falls

21.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Manchester

Are there free waterfalls near Manchester?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Manchester, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Manchester?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Manchester, including Danforth Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Manchester?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Manchester, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Manchester?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Manchester, including Beaver Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Manchester?

The shortest waterfall hike near Manchester is Beaver Brook Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Manchester?

The tallest waterfall near Manchester is Royalston Falls at 45 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Manchester?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Manchester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Manchester?

The closest waterfall to Manchester is Greggs Falls, approximately 6.8 miles away.

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