Winter throughout New England offers a wonderful mix of both beauty and fun activities outdoors. Each of the states here is great for that, but Maine is extra special in the winter. If you love the change of seasons, including soft snow and the exhilarating cold, there's no better place to be. People flock to Maine throughout the year to enjoy everything nature has to offer, but I tend to love it even more in the middle of the winter season. If you agree, or if cold-weather exploration is new for you, a great spot to visit is this frozen waterfall in Maine. Located near Rangeley, Angel Falls is fun to hike to and the views are out of this world.

Angel Falls is just one of the many beautiful waterfalls in Maine. You'll find it near Byron, accessible via a simple one-mile trail.

The route to get to the waterfall is about one mile and includes both dirt trail and a few rocky bits.

Most of the year the route is surrounded by bright green trees, making for a beautiful route through the forest. Of course, for this you'll want to visit during late spring or summer.

Reaching the falls feels like a prize. In the spring and summer the waterfall will be flowing with winter snow melt and rain. In the fall you'll find gorgeous foliage. But it's the winter we really love.

The trail becomes even more beautiful. If you choose a sunny day, expect lots of great views.

As you can see here, when the weather gets cold enough, snow and ice combine to create a winter wonderland.

While the water still flows as a trickle the sight is still magnificent for a lot of other reasons.

This view is what a lot of people imagine they'll see in Maine. But to see Angel Falls you'll need to be willing to head inland. While a lot of people prefer to stick to the coast, we love that this exists for those who appreciate the entire state.

To check out Angel Falls in Maine you'll want to make your way to Bemis Road. Then drive about 3.5 miles down a gravel road where you'll find the trailhead.

Follow the red blazes knowing that this awaits! The trail crosses the creek a few times, so you'll also want to be sure you have strong shoes. Crampons can't hurt either.

When the falls are flowing you'll probably hear them before you arrive. But this time of year it might just take you by surprise!

Once you've enjoyed the sight for a while, you'll simply turn around and head back the same way you came to return to the trailhead.

Angel Falls is accessible year-round, but be sure to be careful as you walk as conditions can be slippery and unpredictable in the winter. You can learn more about the hike to Angel Falls by visiting its dedicated page on the AllTrails website. Dogs are welcome to come along on this adventure, just be sure to keep them on a leash. Before heading out on any outdoor trip, be sure to tell someone where you're going and when you plan to be back. And, during winter in Maine, you'll certainly want to make sure you've got all the right gear.

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