Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester, NH

32,573 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rochester? There are 18 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

18 of 18 gauged

2 of 18 waterfalls near Rochester are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 82°F Isolated Rain Showers
Mon 85°F Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Wed 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 96°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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 Sewalls Falls Roaring · 432 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Packers Falls Strong · 303 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 8300 cfs 62nd percentile
  4. 4 Steeles Falls Moderate · 462 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Garvin Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 47th percentile
  6. 6 Greggs Falls Moderate · 236 cfs 42nd 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

1.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rochester (12 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

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

Steeles Falls

31.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

28.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Rochester

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

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

Steeles Falls

31.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

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

Hampton Falls

31.8 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
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

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

Great Falls

32.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

49.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

5.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

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

Thompson Falls

42.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Beede Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

22.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rochester

Are there free waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 14 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 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 13 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, 9 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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