Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn, ME

24,038 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Auburn? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Auburn. 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 44.0851°N, -70.2492°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Auburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

17 of 24 waterfalls near Auburn are flowing strongly today

Basin Falls Roaring Bisco Falls Roaring Kezar Falls Roaring Steep Falls Roaring Basion Cove Falls Moderate Pumgustuck Moderate Brickett Falls Strong Hermit Falls Strong Winniweta Falls Strong Dundee Falls Roaring Mallison Falls Roaring Presumpscot Falls Roaring Saccarappa Falls Roaring Ellis Falls Roaring Great Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Swans Falls Barely Flowing Kees Falls Strong Mad River Falls Strong Nancy Cascades Strong Rumford Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate Thompson Falls Roaring Smalls Falls Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 73°F Partly Sunny
Sun 73°F Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Auburn

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Saccarappa Falls Roaring · 796 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Presumpscot Falls Roaring · 796 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Mallison Falls Roaring · 796 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Dundee Falls Roaring · 796 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Steep Falls Roaring · 14 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Kezar Falls Roaring · 14 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Auburn (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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Auburn (17 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall CC

Great Falls

25.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

6.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Auburn

Great Falls waterfall CC

Great Falls

25.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basin Falls waterfall

Basin Falls

6.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

13.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steep Falls waterfall

Steep Falls

4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Presumpscot Falls waterfall

Presumpscot Falls

6.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

8.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

4.7 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft

Saccarappa Falls

1.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Basion Cove Falls waterfall

Basion Cove Falls

28.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kezar Falls waterfall

Kezar Falls

44.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

30.7 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Falls waterfall

The Falls

48.2 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

29.5 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rumford Falls waterfall

Rumford Falls

11.9 miles away
Maine
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Brickett Falls waterfall

Brickett Falls

49.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Thompson Falls waterfall

Thompson Falls

45.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

45.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kees Falls waterfall

Kees Falls

10.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
3.2 miles 500 ft
Hermit Falls waterfall

Hermit Falls

46 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Auburn

Are there free waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Auburn, including Basin Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Auburn?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Auburn, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Auburn?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Basin Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Auburn, including Basin Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Auburn?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Auburn, including Smalls Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Auburn?

The shortest waterfall hike near Auburn is Basin Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Auburn?

The tallest waterfall near Auburn is Nancy Cascades at 300 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Auburn?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Auburn have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Auburn?

The closest waterfall to Auburn is Great Falls, approximately 1.8 miles away.

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Where to Stay

Quality Inn & Suites Auburn I-95

Quality Inn & Suites Auburn I-95

8.0 323 reviews
Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

Hilton Garden Inn Auburn Riverwatch

8.2 190 reviews
Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

Hampton Inn Lewiston-Auburn

8.8 212 reviews
Residence Inn by Marriott Auburn

Residence Inn by Marriott Auburn

9.1 121 reviews
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