Waterfall Hikes Near Essex Junction, VT

10,646 residents
New York Time Zone
34 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Essex Junction? There are 34 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Essex Junction. 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 44.4902°N, -73.1141°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Essex Junction

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

34 of 34 gauged

1 of 34 waterfalls near Essex Junction is flowing strongly today

Alice Falls Moderate Rainbow Falls Moderate Bailey Falls Moderate Falls of Lana Moderate Bingham Falls Moderate Bingham Falls Moderate Blake Falls Moderate Mollys Falls Moderate Bolton Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Split Rock Falls Moderate Center Rutland Falls Barely Flowing Sutherland Falls Barely Flowing 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 Highgate Falls Moderate Huntington Falls Barely Flowing Kent Falls Moderate Moretown Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Texas Falls Moderate Moss Glen Falls Moderate Winooski Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Wed 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 66°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 73°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Essex Junction

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Winooski Falls Strong · 242 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Blake Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Mollys Falls Moderate · 10 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Bolton Falls Moderate · 42 cfs 68th percentile
  5. 5 Moss Glen Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 64th percentile
  6. 6 Bingham Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Essex Junction (7 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

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

Bingham Falls

31.2 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Essex Junction (25 waterfalls)

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

Winooski Falls waterfall

Winooski Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Alice Falls waterfall CC

Alice Falls

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

Rainbow Falls

43.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 34 Waterfalls Near Essex Junction

Mollys Falls waterfall

Mollys Falls

21.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
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
Sutherland Falls waterfall

Sutherland Falls

3.7 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Russell Falls waterfall

Russell Falls

44.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Artists Falls waterfall

Artists Falls

44 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Meadows Falls waterfall

Beaver Meadows Falls

7 miles away
New York
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Center Rutland Falls waterfall CC

Center Rutland Falls

25.2 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rainbow Falls waterfall

Rainbow Falls

7.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fairy Ladder Falls waterfall

Fairy Ladder Falls

43.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bushnell Falls

23.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.8 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Essex Junction

Are there free waterfalls near Essex Junction?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Essex Junction, including Alice Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Essex Junction?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Essex Junction, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Essex Junction?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Essex Junction, including Alice Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex Junction?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex Junction, including Alice Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Essex Junction?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Essex Junction, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Essex Junction?

The shortest waterfall hike near Essex Junction is Alice Falls at 0.2 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Essex Junction?

The tallest waterfall near Essex Junction is Kent Falls at 250 feet.

Do any waterfalls near Essex Junction require permits?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Essex Junction?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Essex Junction have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Essex Junction?

The closest waterfall to Essex Junction is Winooski Falls, approximately 3 miles away.

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