Waterfall Hikes Near Gardiner, ME

5,994 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gardiner? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gardiner. 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 44.1910°N, -69.7921°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gardiner

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

12 of 17 waterfalls near Gardiner are flowing strongly today

Austin Stream Falls Strong Houston Brook Falls Strong Basin Falls Roaring Bisco Falls Roaring Kezar Falls Roaring Steep Falls Roaring Basion Cove Falls Moderate Pumgustuck Moderate Caratunk Falls Strong Dundee Falls Roaring Mallison Falls Roaring Presumpscot Falls Roaring Saccarappa Falls Roaring Goose Falls Strong Great Falls Moderate Rumford Falls Moderate The Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 78°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 73°F Partly Sunny
Sun 74°F Sunny Best
Lab 79°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Gardiner

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Steep Falls Roaring · 14 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Basin Falls Roaring · 14 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Bisco Falls Roaring · 14 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Kezar Falls Roaring · 14 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Saccarappa Falls Roaring · 749 cfs 98th percentile
  6. 6 Dundee Falls Roaring · 749 cfs 98th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gardiner (2 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 Gardiner (9 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 17 Waterfalls Near Gardiner

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
Basion Cove Falls waterfall

Basion Cove Falls

28.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pumgustuck waterfall

Pumgustuck

13.9 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Bisco Falls

Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Caratunk Falls waterfall

Caratunk Falls

Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Presumpscot Falls waterfall

Presumpscot Falls

6.1 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

Austin Stream Falls

Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

8.2 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
Rumford Falls waterfall

Rumford Falls

11.9 miles away
Maine
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Mallison Falls

4.7 miles away
Maine
Easy
1.2 miles 100 ft
Houston Brook Falls waterfall

Houston Brook Falls

44.8 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

1.4 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Goose Falls waterfall CC

Goose Falls

24.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gardiner

Are there free waterfalls near Gardiner?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Gardiner, including Austin Stream Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gardiner?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Gardiner, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gardiner?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gardiner, including Austin Stream Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardiner?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardiner, including Austin Stream Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gardiner?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gardiner is Austin Stream Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gardiner?

The tallest waterfall near Gardiner is Rumford Falls at 176 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gardiner?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Gardiner have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gardiner?

The closest waterfall to Gardiner is Great Falls, approximately 22.7 miles away.

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