Waterfall Hikes Near Townshend, VT

170 residents
New_York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Townshend? There are 30 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Townshend. 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 43.0470°N, -72.6692°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Townshend

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

30 waterfalls near Townshend have live flow data today

Beaver Brook Falls Low Fay Falls Low 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 Center Rutland Falls Low Sutherland Falls Low Chapel Falls Moderate Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Gages Falls Low Saxtons River Falls Low Twin Falls Low Sokoki Falls Low Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Hamilton Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Moderate Purgatory Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Wahconah Falls Low Twin Cascade Moderate Tannery Falls Moderate Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Sumner Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Thu 60°F Rain Showers
Fri 62°F Rain Showers Likely
Sat 76°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 88°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Townshend (5 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.

Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

25.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Townshend (24 waterfalls)

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

Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

28.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
6.0 miles 500 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

17.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

27.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Townshend

Hamilton Falls waterfall

Hamilton Falls

28.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
6.0 miles 500 ft
Saxtons River Falls waterfall

Saxtons River Falls

2.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

25.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Gages Falls

0.9 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

17.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

27.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sokoki Falls waterfall

Sokoki Falls

6.3 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wymans Falls

10.5 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Black River Falls waterfall

Black River Falls

41.8 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

7.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

15.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

43.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

20.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Crystal Cascade Falls waterfall

Crystal Cascade Falls

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

Little Cascade Falls

9.7 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.8 miles 150 ft
Gerrys Falls waterfall

Gerrys Falls

7.9 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

34.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

15.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

12.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Townshend

Are there free waterfalls near Townshend?

There are 24 free waterfalls near Townshend, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Townshend?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Townshend, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Townshend?

There are 24 dog-friendly waterfalls near Townshend, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Townshend?

There are 25 kid-friendly waterfalls near Townshend, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Townshend?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Townshend, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Townshend?

The shortest waterfall hike near Townshend is Beaver Brook Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Townshend?

The tallest waterfall near Townshend is Hamilton Falls at 125 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Townshend?

Yes, 29 waterfalls near Townshend have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Townshend?

The closest waterfall to Townshend is Hamilton Falls, approximately 8.4 miles away.

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