Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester, NH

32,573 residents

New York Time Zone

20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Rochester? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Rochester. 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 43.2990°N, -70.9787°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Rochester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

8 of 20 waterfalls near Rochester are flowing strongly today

Beede Falls Roaring Brickett Falls Roaring Dundee Falls Low Mallison Falls Low Saccarappa Falls Low Garvin Falls Moderate Great Falls Low Swans Falls Low Greggs Falls Moderate Hampton Falls Moderate Mad River Falls Roaring Mayo Falls Strong Orris Falls Strong Packers Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Moderate Thompson Falls Roaring Steeles Falls Roaring

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny

Sat 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Sun 72°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Lab 77°F Sunny

Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny Best

Wed 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Rochester (3 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.

Sewalls Falls

37.6 miles away

New Hampshire

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Rochester (14 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

47.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Steeles Falls

43.1 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

28.9 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Rochester

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

47.3 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Steeles Falls

43.1 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.0 miles 300 ft

Mayo Falls

28.9 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Hampton Falls

41.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sewalls Falls

37.6 miles away

New Hampshire

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Garvin Falls

49.3 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

29.5 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Swans Falls

30.7 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

44.5 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Saccarappa Falls

1.4 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mallison Falls

4.7 miles away

Maine

Easy

1.2 miles 100 ft

Thompson Falls

45.2 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Dundee Falls

8.2 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Beede Falls

14.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Brickett Falls

49.7 miles away

New Hampshire

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wicassic Falls

36.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Mad River Falls

45.1 miles away

Maine

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Rochester

Are there free waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Rochester?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Rochester, including Mallison Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Rochester?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Rochester?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Rochester, including Beede Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Rochester?

The shortest waterfall hike near Rochester is Beede Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Rochester?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Rochester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Rochester?

The closest waterfall to Rochester is Packers Falls, approximately 10.7 miles away.

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