Waterfall Hikes Near White River Junction, VT

2,766 residents

New York Time Zone

34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

White River Junction is where the interstates cross, which makes it a handy hub for waterfall driving on either side of the Connecticut River. Sumner Falls churns in the big river a few miles downstream, a half mile walk with dogs fine. Welton Falls over in New Hampshire runs 2.5 miles with 400 feet of gain. Buttermilk Falls is the swimming stop, a half mile in. Thirty-four falls land inside fifty miles, split between Vermont and New Hampshire.

Located at 43.6499°N, -72.3290°W

Map of Waterfalls Near White River Junction

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

6 of 34 waterfalls near White River Junction are flowing strongly today

Bailey Falls Moderate Falls of Lana Moderate Beaver Brook Falls Moderate Fay Falls Moderate Beede Falls Moderate Black River Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Crystal Cascade Falls Moderate Gerrys Falls Moderate Little Cascade Falls Moderate Wymans Falls Moderate Blake Falls Moderate Mollys Falls Moderate Center Rutland Falls Low Sutherland Falls Low Fletcher Cascades Strong Mill Brook Cascade Strong Shell Cascade Strong Gages Falls Low Saxtons River Falls Low Twin Falls Low Sokoki Falls Low Georgiana Falls Moderate Gordon Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Hamilton Falls Moderate Livermore Falls Strong Moretown Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Texas Falls Moderate Royalston Falls Roaring Welton Falls Moderate Waternomee Falls Strong Sumner Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Wed 86°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Thu 90°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny Best

Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 80°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near White River Junction (4 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.

Little Cascade Falls

16.5 miles away

Vermont

Easy

0.8 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around White River Junction (26 waterfalls)

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

Sumner Falls

26.3 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Welton Falls

33.9 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.5 miles 400 ft

Black River Falls

9 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near White River Junction

Texas Falls

6.2 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bailey Falls

8.4 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Moss Glen Falls

18.9 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Blake Falls

22.7 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mill Brook Cascade

23.4 miles away

New Hampshire

Easy

1.2 miles 150 ft

Hamilton Falls

45.8 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

6.0 miles 500 ft

Falls of Lana

30.4 miles away

Vermont

Moderate

1.4 miles 300 ft

Beede Falls

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Gordon Falls

42.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Shell Cascade

2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Georgiana Falls

43.1 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

3.2 miles 700 ft

Moretown Falls

11.3 miles away

Vermont

Easy

0.2 miles 50 ft

Royalston Falls

40.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

Fletcher Cascades

31.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

3.2 miles 600 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near White River Junction

Are there free waterfalls near White River Junction?

There are 25 free waterfalls near White River Junction, including Bailey Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near White River Junction?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near White River Junction, including Fay Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in White River Junction?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near White River Junction, including Bailey Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near White River Junction?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near White River Junction, including Bailey Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near White River Junction?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near White River Junction, including Beede Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near White River Junction?

The shortest waterfall hike near White River Junction is Bailey Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near White River Junction?

The tallest waterfall near White River Junction is Hamilton Falls at 125 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around White River Junction?

Yes, 31 waterfalls near White River Junction have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to White River Junction?

The closest waterfall to White River Junction is Sumner Falls, approximately 6.4 miles away.

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