Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester, NH

32,573 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rochester? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rochester. 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 43.2990°N, -70.9787°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rochester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near Rochester have live flow data today

Beede Falls Barely Flowing Brickett Falls Moderate Dundee Falls Moderate Mallison Falls Moderate Saccarappa Falls Moderate Garvin Falls Low Great Falls Barely Flowing Swans Falls Barely Flowing Greggs Falls Moderate Hampton Falls Low Mad River Falls Moderate Mayo Falls Barely Flowing Orris Falls Barely Flowing Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Low Sewalls Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Wicassic Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Rochester

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Dundee Falls Moderate · 610 cfs 69th percentile
  2. 2 Mallison Falls Moderate · 610 cfs 69th percentile
  3. 3 Saccarappa Falls Moderate · 610 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Greggs Falls Moderate · 111 cfs 61st percentile
  5. 5 Brickett Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 46th percentile
  6. 6 Mad River Falls Moderate · 31 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester (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.

Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

44.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rochester (14 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

9.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

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

Steeles Falls

29.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

20.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Rochester

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

9.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

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

Steeles Falls

29.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

20.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

44.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

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

Great Falls

39.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

42.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

40.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

47.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

48 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

23.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Beede Falls waterfall

Beede Falls

18.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brickett Falls waterfall

Brickett Falls

29.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

45.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

32.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rochester

Are there free waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rochester?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rochester?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rochester?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rochester is Beede Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rochester?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Rochester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rochester?

The closest waterfall to Rochester is Packers Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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