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

6 of 20 waterfalls near Rochester are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 69°F

Aft 72°F Sunny
Sat 74°F Sunny
Sun 72°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Tue 69°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 76°F Chance Rain Showers

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 Thompson Falls Roaring · 212 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Sewalls Falls Strong · 25 cfs 88th percentile
  3. 3 Garvin Falls Strong · 7 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Beede Falls Strong · 18 cfs 81st percentile
  5. 5 Dundee Falls Moderate · 622 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Mallison Falls Moderate · 622 cfs 72nd 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

33.4 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

36.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

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

Steeles Falls

47.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

43.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Rochester

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

36.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

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

Steeles Falls

47.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

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

Hampton Falls

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

Sewalls Falls

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

Garvin Falls

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

Great Falls

41.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

6.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

8.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

32.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

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

Thompson Falls

35.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Beede Falls

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

Brickett Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

18.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

17 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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