Waterfall Hikes Near Rutland, VT

15,819 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rutland? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rutland. 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 43.6092°N, -72.9783°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rutland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

4 of 29 waterfalls near Rutland are flowing strongly today

Bailey Falls Moderate Falls of Lana Moderate Bakers Falls Barely Flowing Black River Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Crystal Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Gerrys Falls Barely Flowing Little Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Wymans Falls Barely Flowing Bolton Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Kane Falls Moderate Center Rutland Falls Moderate Sutherland Falls Moderate Gages Falls Barely Flowing Saxtons River Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sokoki Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Roaring Hamilton Falls Barely Flowing Huntington Falls Roaring Linsey Falls Moderate Moretown Falls Low Moss Glen Falls Roaring Texas Falls Roaring Welton Falls Low Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing Sumner Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 76°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Sunny Best
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Rutland

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Texas Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Moss Glen Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Roaring · 3410 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Huntington Falls Roaring · 73 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Moretown Falls Roaring · 101 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 41 cfs 72nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rutland (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 Rutland (19 waterfalls)

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

Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

38.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bailey Falls

32.3 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Lana waterfall

Falls of Lana

38.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Texas Falls waterfall

Texas Falls

30.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Rutland

Center Rutland Falls waterfall CC

Center Rutland Falls

41 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

38.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bailey Falls

32.3 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Falls of Lana waterfall

Falls of Lana

38.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

16.7 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Texas Falls waterfall

Texas Falls

30.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moss Glen Falls waterfall

Moss Glen Falls

23.9 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Sumner Falls

25.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wymans Falls

27.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Cascade Falls waterfall

Crystal Cascade Falls

27.8 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gerrys Falls

28.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Cascade Falls waterfall

Little Cascade Falls

28.4 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.8 miles 150 ft
Kane Falls waterfall

Kane Falls

46.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Huntington Falls waterfall

Huntington Falls

33.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

45.8 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
6.0 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Black River Falls waterfall

Black River Falls

33.8 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sokoki Falls waterfall

Sokoki Falls

36.8 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Moretown Falls waterfall

Moretown Falls

8.8 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Bakers Falls waterfall CC

Bakers Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rutland

Are there free waterfalls near Rutland?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Rutland, including Bailey Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rutland?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Rutland, including Little Cascade Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rutland?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rutland, including Bailey Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rutland?

There are 21 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rutland, including Bailey Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rutland?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Rutland, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rutland?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rutland is Bailey Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Rutland?

The tallest waterfall near Rutland is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rutland?

Yes, 23 waterfalls near Rutland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rutland?

The closest waterfall to Rutland is Center Rutland Falls, approximately 1.8 miles away.

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Hampton Inn Rutland/Killington

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