The Short And Sweet Arethusa Falls Trail Leads To The Tallest Waterfall In New Hampshire
New Hampshire has some of the best waterfalls in New England, not to mention the entire country. Whether tall or small, they’re all worth exploring. But there’s something special about the one that’s considered the tallest in the state. And best of all, the trail to see it isn’t as challenging as you might think. Head out on this family-friendly route and you’ll enjoy a perfectly splendid day surrounded by nature.
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Arethusa Falls is considered by many to be the most impressive waterfall in the state. While some people are divided about whether it’s truly the tallest, we’ve always considered it to be.
These are both great places to stop to take a break. And for hikers who enjoy appreciating the sights and sounds of nature, these stops are important. They’re a great reminder of what New Hampshire offers in the way of peace and quiet. We love Coliseum Falls for its unique rock formations and the pools that have been created over thousands of years.
The out-and-back trail is about 2.8-miles in its entirety, but with minimal elevation gain the whole family is likely to find this doable and re-doable!
Arethusa Falls Trail is considered family-friendly, but it does have some slight elevation. You’ll want to make sure everyone is up for it before heading out. You can learn more on alltrails.com.
Michelle has lived in many places, but counts Maine as one of the best. In addition to the smell of ocean water in the air on rainy days in Portland, she loves puppies, photography, funny people, the Maine Red Claws, traveling, fresh tomatoes, Cambodia and filling out forms. For questions, comments and inquiries please email: [email protected]
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