Before you go
No hiking trail to Ledge Falls is published; it is usually seen from the river on the Haynesville to Wytopitlock paddling route. Respect any posted private land along the banks.
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About Ledge Falls
Ledge Falls is a set of bedrock ledge drops on the Mattawamkeag River near North Bancroft in southern Aroostook County, Maine, between Haynesville and Wytopitlock. Paddlers know it as a pair of Class II rapids: a rapid of about 200 yards, a short smooth stretch, then a ledgier drop before the river widens again. It is not in Baxter State Park, and no hiking trail to it is published.
Trail & Hike Details
What to Expect
Swimming is permitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Ledge Falls?
❌ Dogs are not allowed
Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?
🆖 No fees required
🏊 Is There Swimming at Ledge Falls?
✅ Swimming is allowed
When to Visit
Seasonal Access
The best time to visit is Spring, Summer, and Fall. Winter access may be limited.
Safety Information
Rocks around the falls can be slippery, especially when wet. Always wear appropriate footwear and supervise children closely. Be aware of changing water levels and currents.
Current Water Conditions
These readings come from the USGS gauge on Wytopitlock Stream, 10.2 miles away, not on Ledge Falls's own stream. Use them as a sign of whether the area is running wet or dry.
2.46 ft
Water depth at gauge
About This Gauge
This gauge is on a nearby waterway and may not reflect exact conditions at the falls.
7-Day Flow Outlook
Based on the USGS gauge Wytopitlock Stream near Wytopitlock Maine (16 km away).
Best time of year: this gauge typically runs highest from late March to early May, peaking in April.
How we calculate this
This is a transparent outlook, not a precise forecast. We take the waterfall's current flow strength (how it ranks against its historical normal for today, from the nearest USGS stream gauge), carry that ranking forward along the gauge's seasonal curve, and nudge it for forecast rain. Confidence is highest for the next day or two and falls further out. Always check official conditions and your own judgment before visiting — high flows can be dangerous.
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Is Ledge Falls Frozen?
Updated about 14 hours agoNot frozen highs above freezing lately
Ledge Falls is not frozen right now; highs have been above freezing. Yesterday ran 51°F to 46°F.
- Days below freezing
- 0 of the last 14
- Current cold streak
- 0 days
- Freezing days ahead
- 0 of the next 7
- Flow
- no gauge
Winter safety. Frozen falls are the one waterfall trip with a documented injury pattern: falling ice, and ice-glazed rock and trail. Wear microspikes, keep well back from the base and from overhangs, and never walk out on ice over moving water.
Estimate from Open-Meteo daily temperatures at the falls, the LiDAR-measured facing direction, and the nearest stream gauge. It is a likelihood, not a report from the trail. See every frozen waterfall in Maine.
Weather Forecast
The Terrain, Seen by LiDAR
Aircraft-mounted lasers measured this ground to within inches. Trees and buildings are digitally stripped away, leaving the bare shape of the land the water has carved.
Drag to compare. The dot marks the waterfall. The frame is about a mile across.
Elevation data: USGS 3D Elevation Program. Aerial imagery: USGS The National Map. Public domain.
Location & Access
Getting There
On the Mattawamkeag River paddling route, Ledge Falls is 3.3 miles below Old Ferry Bridge, about 10 river miles below the Haynesville put-in off Route 2A. Take-outs are at the Bancroft Road bridge or the Route 171 landing in Wytopitlock. No road or trail access to the falls themselves is published.
Get Directions on Google MapsElevation
354 feet above sea level
Coordinates
45.757281° N, -67.958071° W
Visitor Tips & Gear
Paddlers should be comfortable in Class II water and scout the ledges before running them.
Where to Stay
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Additional Information
Wildlife
The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including moose, deer, and birds. Visitors should maintain a safe distance from all animals.
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