Waterfall Hikes Near South Burlington, VT

20,241 residents
New_York Time Zone
37 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Burlington? There are 37 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Burlington. 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 44.4622°N, -73.2202°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Burlington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

37 of 37 gauged

10 of 37 waterfalls near South Burlington are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Artists Falls Strong Beaver Meadows Falls Strong Bushnell Falls Strong Fairy Ladder Falls Strong Indian Falls Strong Linsey Falls Strong Rainbow Falls Strong Rocky Falls Strong The Falls Strong Bailey Falls Barely Flowing Falls of Lana Barely Flowing Bingham Falls Moderate Bingham Falls Moderate Blake Falls Low Mollys Falls Low Bolton Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Low Split Rock Falls Low Clifford Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Hulls Falls Moderate Monument Falls Moderate Phelps Falls Moderate Russell Falls Moderate The Flume Fall Moderate Highgate Falls Low Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Moretown Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Texas Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Winooski Falls Low Wanika Falls Low Sutherland Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 68°F

Tod 54°F Rain Showers
Fri 57°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 68°F Sunny
Sun 66°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 68°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 74°F Rain Showers Likely

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Burlington (6 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.

Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

41.7 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Burlington (27 waterfalls)

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

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

19.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

12.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 37 Waterfalls Near South Burlington

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

19.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

28.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall

Alice Falls

New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

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

Huntington Falls

9.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

41.7 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Bolton Falls waterfall

Bolton Falls

21.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

42 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Moss Glen Falls waterfall

Moss Glen Falls

35.6 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

27.2 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft
Moretown Falls waterfall

Moretown Falls

41.1 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.2 miles 50 ft
Highgate Falls waterfall

Highgate Falls

7.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

14.3 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

12 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
Falls of Lana waterfall

Falls of Lana

23 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
1.4 miles 300 ft
Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

15.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Split Rock Falls waterfall

Split Rock Falls

21.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hulls Falls waterfall

Hulls Falls

18.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blake Falls waterfall

Blake Falls

47.1 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Phelps Falls waterfall

Phelps Falls

21.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Burlington

Are there free waterfalls near South Burlington?

There are 18 free waterfalls near South Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Burlington?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near South Burlington, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Burlington?

There are 27 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Burlington?

There are 29 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Burlington, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near South Burlington?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near South Burlington, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Burlington?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Burlington is Alice Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Burlington?

The tallest waterfall near South Burlington is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near South Burlington require permits?

Yes, 1 waterfall near South Burlington requires a permit. Check individual trail pages for current permit details.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Burlington?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near South Burlington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Burlington?

The closest waterfall to South Burlington is Winooski Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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