Waterfall Hikes Near Orleans, VT

983 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Orleans? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Orleans. These trails range from easy to unknown difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 44.8090°N, -72.2011°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Orleans

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 19 gauged

9 of 18 waterfalls near Orleans are flowing strongly today

Beaver Brook Falls Moderate Big Falls Strong Bingham Falls Strong Bingham Falls Strong Blake Falls Roaring Mollys Falls Roaring Bolton Falls Strong Ellingwood Falls Roaring Highgate Falls Strong Moss Glen Falls Strong

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 73°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 71°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 71°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 74°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 72°F Rain Showers Likely

Flowing best right now near Orleans

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Blake Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Mollys Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Ellingwood Falls Roaring · 55 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Bolton Falls Strong · 53 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Big Falls Strong · 68 cfs 84th percentile
  6. 6 Moss Glen Falls Strong · 37 cfs 84th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Orleans (9 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.

Chutes de Mansonville waterfall

Chutes de Mansonville

54 km away
Quebec
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Chutes de Bolton waterfall

Chutes de Bolton

63.5 km away
Quebec
Easy
0.8 km 15 m

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Orleans (6 waterfalls)

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

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Orleans

Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chutes de Mansonville waterfall

Chutes de Mansonville

54 km away
Quebec
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Chutes de Bolton waterfall

Chutes de Bolton

63.5 km away
Quebec
Easy
0.8 km 15 m
Blake Falls waterfall

Blake Falls

20.9 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mollys Falls waterfall

Mollys Falls

21.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chute du Pékan waterfall

Chute du Pékan

49.2 km away
Quebec
Moderate
1.9 km 96 m

Chute de Longeway

53.3 km away
Quebec
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Moss Glen Falls waterfall

Moss Glen Falls

27.2 miles away
Vermont
Easy
0.5 miles 100 ft

Chute de Berry

57.7 km away
Quebec
Easy
1.9 km Unknown
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

43.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bingham Falls waterfall

Bingham Falls

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

Bingham Falls

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

Beecher Falls

33 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Chutes Hunter

64.1 km away
Quebec
Easy
3.4 km 46 m

Chute à Donat

9.3 km away
Quebec
Easy
1.8 km 69 m
Highgate Falls waterfall

Highgate Falls

14 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chutes à Kendall waterfall

Chutes à Kendall

Quebec
Easy
8.7 km 28 m
Bolton Falls waterfall

Bolton Falls

41.4 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Ellingwood Falls

48.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Orleans

Are there free waterfalls near Orleans?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Orleans, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Orleans?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Orleans, including Bingham Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Orleans?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Orleans, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Orleans?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Orleans, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Orleans?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Orleans, including Bingham Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Orleans?

The shortest waterfall hike near Orleans is Beaver Brook Falls at 0.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Orleans?

The tallest waterfall near Orleans is Moss Glen Falls at 125 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Orleans?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Orleans have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Orleans?

The closest waterfall to Orleans is Big Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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