Waterfall Hikes Near Cumberland Head, NY

1,357 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cumberland Head? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cumberland Head. 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 44.7177°N, -73.3980°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cumberland Head

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 29 gauged

9 of 28 waterfalls near Cumberland Head are flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Roaring Rainbow Falls Roaring Bingham Falls Strong Bingham Falls Strong Bolton Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Split Rock Falls Moderate Clifford Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Hulls Falls Barely Flowing Monument Falls Barely Flowing Phelps Falls Barely Flowing Russell Falls Barely Flowing The Flume Fall Barely Flowing High Falls Strong Highgate Falls Strong Huntington Falls Moderate Kent Falls Moderate Moretown Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Strong Winooski Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 74°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 69°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 67°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Wed 69°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 73°F Rain Showers Likely

Flowing best right now near Cumberland Head

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winooski Falls Roaring ยท 263 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Alice Falls Roaring ยท 13 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Rainbow Falls Roaring ยท 13 cfs 91st percentile
  4. 4 Bolton Falls Strong ยท 53 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Moss Glen Falls Strong ยท 37 cfs 86th percentile
  6. 6 Highgate Falls Strong ยท 1 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cumberland Head (8 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.

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cumberland Head (21 waterfalls)

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

Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

0.3 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Cumberland Head

Kent Falls waterfall

Kent Falls

27.9 miles away
New York
Easy
0.7 miles 150 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

43.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

13.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

0.3 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Highgate Falls waterfall

Highgate Falls

14 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

31 miles away
New York
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

31.2 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
The Flume Fall waterfall

The Flume Fall

30.9 miles away
New York
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

31.5 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

36.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

37.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chutes Hunter

64.1 km away
Quebec
Easy
3.4 km 46 m
Clifford Falls waterfall

Clifford Falls

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

Split Rock Falls

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

Huntington Falls

21.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hulls Falls waterfall

Hulls Falls

29 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Phelps Falls waterfall

Phelps Falls

29.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Monument Falls waterfall

Monument Falls

30.3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bolton Falls waterfall

Bolton Falls

41.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cumberland Head

Are there free waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Cumberland Head, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cumberland Head?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Cumberland Head, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cumberland Head?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cumberland Head, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

There are 23 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cumberland Head, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cumberland Head, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cumberland Head?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cumberland Head is Alice Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cumberland Head?

The tallest waterfall near Cumberland Head is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Cumberland Head require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cumberland Head?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cumberland Head have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cumberland Head?

The closest waterfall to Cumberland Head is Kent Falls, approximately 9.3 miles away.

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