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

2 of 18 waterfalls near Sanford are flowing strongly today

Basion Cove Falls Moderate Pumgustuck Moderate 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 Low Steep Falls Low Mayo Falls Strong Orris Falls Strong Packers Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Moderate Thompson Falls Barely Flowing Steeles Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 74°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 78°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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

10.2 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

35.2 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

28.5 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

32.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

5.6 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Sanford

Orris Falls

35.2 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mayo Falls

28.5 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

32.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 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

Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

31.8 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

13.8 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

Presumpscot Falls waterfall

Presumpscot Falls

5.1 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

49.2 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Kezar Falls waterfall

Kezar Falls

49.9 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

12.9 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

21.1 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Basion Cove Falls waterfall

Basion Cove Falls

16.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

38.4 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

42.8 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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