Waterfall Hikes Near North Conway, NH

2,079 residents
New York Time Zone
56 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Conway? There are 56 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Conway. 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 44.0415°N, -71.1224°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Conway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

56 of 56 gauged

19 of 56 waterfalls near North Conway are flowing strongly today

Arethusa Falls Strong Hawthorne Falls Strong Lower Falls Strong Ripley Falls Strong Zealand Falls Strong Upper Falls Strong Thoreau Falls Strong Thirteen Falls Strong Aziscohos Falls (historical) Strong Ellingwood Falls Strong Garfield Falls Strong Basin Falls Moderate Bisco Falls Moderate Kezar Falls Moderate Steep Falls Moderate Beede Falls Barely Flowing Sabbaday Falls Barely Flowing Bridalveil Falls Moderate Franconia Falls Moderate Georgiana Falls Moderate Gordon Falls Moderate Nancy Cascades Moderate Dryad Falls Roaring Giant Falls Roaring Peboamauk Fall Roaring Dundee Falls Strong Mallison Falls Strong Saccarappa Falls Strong Dunn Falls Moderate Ellis Falls Moderate Mother Walker Falls Moderate Screw Auger Falls Moderate Silver Ripple Cascade Moderate The Cataracts Moderate Fletcher Cascades Low Mill Brook Cascade Low Norway Rapids Low Shell Cascade Low Great Falls Moderate Great Falls Low Swans Falls Low Kees Falls Strong Mad River Falls Strong Livermore Falls Barely Flowing Welton Falls Barely Flowing Waternomee Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Tod 81°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 77°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near North Conway

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Giant Falls Roaring · 2180 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Dryad Falls Roaring · 2180 cfs 90th percentile
  3. 3 Peboamauk Fall Roaring · 2180 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Dundee Falls Strong · 653 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Saccarappa Falls Strong · 653 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Mallison Falls Strong · 653 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near North Conway (7 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.

Winniweta Falls waterfall

Winniweta Falls

New Hampshire
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Sabbaday Falls waterfall

Sabbaday Falls

14.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.7 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Conway (47 waterfalls)

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

Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

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

Brickett Falls

44.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Nancy Cascades waterfall

Nancy Cascades

24.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 56 Waterfalls Near North Conway

Kees Falls waterfall

Kees Falls

10.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Franconia Falls waterfall

Franconia Falls

6.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
6.8 miles 200 ft
Shell Cascade waterfall

Shell Cascade

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

Great Falls

24.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Zealand Falls waterfall

Zealand Falls

6.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
5.6 miles 650 ft
Upper Falls waterfall

Upper Falls

6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Peboamauk Fall

46.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thirteen Falls waterfall

Thirteen Falls

43.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Georgiana Falls waterfall

Georgiana Falls

43.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
3.2 miles 700 ft
Beede Falls waterfall

Beede Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lower Falls waterfall

Lower Falls

36.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Gordon Falls waterfall

Gordon Falls

42.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mill Brook Cascade

23.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
1.2 miles 150 ft
Hawthorne Falls waterfall

Hawthorne Falls

6.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridalveil Falls waterfall

Bridalveil Falls

38.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
5.0 miles 800 ft
Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

27.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mother Walker Falls waterfall

Mother Walker Falls

18.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Screw Auger Falls waterfall

Screw Auger Falls

19 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Livermore Falls waterfall

Livermore Falls

34.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

31.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Conway

Are there free waterfalls near North Conway?

There are 38 free waterfalls near North Conway, including Arethusa Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near North Conway?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near North Conway, including Glen Ellis Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Conway?

There are 47 dog-friendly waterfalls near North Conway, including Arethusa Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Conway?

There are 45 kid-friendly waterfalls near North Conway, including Arethusa Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near North Conway?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near North Conway, including Beede Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Conway?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Conway is Arethusa Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near North Conway?

The tallest waterfall near North Conway is Nancy Cascades at 300 feet.

Do any waterfalls near North Conway require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near North Conway requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around North Conway?

Yes, 46 waterfalls near North Conway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to North Conway?

The closest waterfall to North Conway is Thompson Falls, approximately 2.4 miles away.

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