Waterfall Hikes Near Sanford, ME

21,986 residents

New York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sanford? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sanford. 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 43.4244°N, -70.7573°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sanford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Sanford have live flow data today

Basion Cove Falls Barely Flowing Pumgustuck Barely Flowing Dundee Falls Moderate Mallison Falls Moderate Presumpscot Falls Moderate Saccarappa Falls Moderate Garvin Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Swans Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Moderate Kezar Falls Barely Flowing Steep Falls Barely Flowing Mayo Falls Low Orris Falls Low Packers Falls Barely Flowing Sewalls Falls Barely Flowing Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Steeles Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 79°F

Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny

Mon 75°F Rain then Rain Showers

Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny

Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Fri 79°F Sunny Best

Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Sanford

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sanford (2 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.

Mallison Falls

48 miles away

Maine

Easy

1.2 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sanford (11 waterfalls)

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

Orris Falls

13.7 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

20.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

39.4 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

9.4 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

47.9 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Sanford

Orris Falls

13.7 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

20.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

39.4 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

9.4 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

Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

49.2 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

Presumpscot Falls waterfall

Presumpscot Falls

48.8 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

42.4 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kezar Falls waterfall

Kezar Falls

11.2 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

44.8 miles away

New Hampshire

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

7.8 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

36 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Basion Cove Falls waterfall

Basion Cove Falls

31.1 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

20.4 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

23.3 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sanford

Are there free waterfalls near Sanford?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Sanford, including Great Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sanford?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Sanford, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sanford?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sanford, including Great Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sanford?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sanford?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sanford, including Swans Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sanford?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sanford is Basion Cove Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sanford?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Sanford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sanford?

The closest waterfall to Sanford is Orris Falls, approximately 9.3 miles away.

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