Waterfall Hikes Near Portsmouth, NH

96,146 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Portsmouth? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Portsmouth. 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 43.0580°N, -70.7826°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Portsmouth

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Portsmouth have live flow data today

Dundee Falls Moderate Mallison Falls Moderate Saccarappa Falls Moderate Garvin Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Greggs Falls Low Hampton Falls Moderate Mayo Falls Moderate Orris Falls Moderate Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Low Purgatory Falls Barely Flowing Sewalls Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Wicassic Falls Barely Flowing Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 80°F

Tod 83°F Sunny
Sat 83°F Areas Of Smoke
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 83°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Portsmouth

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Garvin Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Dundee Falls Moderate · 677 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Mallison Falls Moderate · 677 cfs 56th percentile
  4. 4 Saccarappa Falls Moderate · 677 cfs 56th percentile
  5. 5 Hampton Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Mayo Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Portsmouth (3 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 Portsmouth (10 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

16.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

30.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

36.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

37.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Portsmouth

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

Orris Falls

30.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

36.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

37.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Greggs Falls

28.9 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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

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

Sewalls Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

38.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 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

Dundee Falls

30.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portsmouth

Are there free waterfalls near Portsmouth?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Portsmouth, including Great Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Portsmouth?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Portsmouth, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Portsmouth?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Portsmouth, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Portsmouth?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Portsmouth, including Great Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Portsmouth?

The shortest waterfall hike near Portsmouth is Dundee Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Portsmouth?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Portsmouth have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Portsmouth?

The closest waterfall to Portsmouth is Packers Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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