Waterfall Hikes Near Portland, ME

209,491 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Portland? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Portland. 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 43.6773°N, -70.2715°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Portland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Portland is flowing strongly 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 Dundee Falls Barely Flowing Mallison Falls Barely Flowing Presumpscot Falls Barely Flowing Saccarappa Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Roaring Great Falls Low Swans Falls Low Mayo Falls Barely Flowing Orris Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tue 75°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 71°F Light Rain Likely
Thu 72°F Light Rain
Fri 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Partly Sunny
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Portland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls Roaring · 2060 cfs 95th percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Low · 616 cfs 13th percentile
  3. 3 Swans Falls Low · 616 cfs 13th percentile
  4. 4 Mayo Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Orris Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Dundee Falls Barely Flowing · 555 cfs 3rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Portland (1 waterfall)

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

29.1 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Portland (9 waterfalls)

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

Saccarappa Falls

28.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Portland

Presumpscot Falls waterfall

Presumpscot Falls

35 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

28.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

29.1 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

42.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

30.2 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
Great Falls waterfall CC

Great Falls

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

Great Falls

22.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

36.8 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

Orris Falls

30.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

41.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

8.5 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portland

Are there free waterfalls near Portland?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Portland, including Basin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Portland?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Portland, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Portland?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Portland, including Basin Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Portland?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Portland, including Basin Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Portland?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Portland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Portland is Basin Falls at 1.2 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Portland?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Portland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Portland?

The closest waterfall to Portland is Presumpscot Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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