The most incredible thing about New Hampshire is its sheer beauty. Just one walk around the block can reveal huge trees, mountains, and breezes you just won’t find anywhere else. At the very least, it feels that way! Beyond our backyards we love the examples of nature that exist within the forests and mountains. Our favorite? The waterfalls! And Coos County has a ton of them to see! If you are tired of googling “waterfalls near me,” here are just a few of our favorites.

1. Lower Ammonoosuc Falls, Carroll
Ammonoosuc Lower Falls Trailhead, Lower Falls Rd, Jefferson, NH 03583, USA
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Beautiful any time of year, this waterfall is fed by the Ammonoosuc River. It can be reached by a fairly simple trail that's about a quarter of a mile.
2. Crystal Cascade, , Pinkham Notch
AMC Pinkham Notch Visitor Center, 361 NH-16, Gorham, NH 03581, USA
jameswalters / Flickr
This incredible waterfall is sometimes overlooked. You'll find it just off Tuckerman’s Ravine Trail. You'll probably hear it before you see it. The main drop is over 100 feet!
3. Emerald Pool Falls , Chatham
Emerald Pool Falls Drive, Emerald Pool Falls Dr, Texas 77375, USA
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Perhaps the best known waterfall on this list, we recommend visiting this in the summer when you can swim in the swimming hole fed by the falls. The drop here is smaller than the others, but the fact that you can make it a day trip is fun.
4. Alpine Falls , Gorham
Alpine Cascades, Gorham, NH 03581, USA
dave megin / Google
This is a beautiful cascade that features a 60-foot main drop. You can hike here, but ATV-lovers will appreciate that there's a trail allowing them direct access as well. It's best between May and October when the water is flowing, but visit anytime of year to be surrounding by beauty that includes Hemlock trees.
5. Garfield Falls , Pittsburg
Garfield Falls, Pittsburg, NH 03592, USA
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This plunge waterfall is fed by the East Branch of the Dead Diamond River. It features a 35-foot drop on the main portion and below it you'll find smaller cascades (and even rapids!) that flow downstream.

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6. Beaver Brook Falls , Colebrook
Beaver Brook Falls, Colebrook, NH 03576, USA
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Not to be confused with the Beaver Brook Falls that's located in Cheshire County, this sight is truly magnificent. It features an 80-foot drop that can be seen right from the parking lot. No hiking required!
7. Basin Trail Cascades , Beans Purchase
The Basin, Lincoln, NH 03251, USA
John Roy / alltrails.com
This waterfall features a cascade with a plunge. The main drop is about 20-feet, but even though it might not be as high as others on this list it's one of the most fun to visit!
8. Eagle Cascade , Beans Purchase
White Mountain National Forest, 71 White Mountain Dr, Campton, NH 03223, USA
logicalrealist / Flickr
Located in the White Mountain National Forest, this waterfall will require some work to reach. There's a 2.5-mile hike to get you there, but keep in mind that you probably won't be able to see the full falls from the trail.
9. Giant Falls, Shelburne
Giant Falls, Shelburne, NH 03581, USA
Martin McDonough / alltrails.com
The main drop on this beauty is about 80-feet, but it seems to always loo different. Depending on the season and the weather, the falls might be just a drip or a roaring, raucous time! You can access it using the Peabody Brook Trail.
10. Dixville Flume , Dixville
Dixville Notch, NH 03576, USA
WilsonP / TripAdvisor
Located in Dixville Notch State Park, this waterfall might not seem as impressive as others. But it's actually a part of a network that includes a set of three drops in a small flume.

For a trip to some of the most beautiful waterfalls take the ultimate New Hampshire waterfall road trip. It comes with complete directions and a map!

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Best waterfall hikes in New Hampshire

There are plenty of waterfall hikes in New Hampshire which are great place to visit to get away from the 9 to 5 city life. A waterfall hike is always beautiful and can offer a peaceful place to go to get in touch with nature. If you are having trouble deciding which waterfall hike to go check out, let us help!

Arethusa Falls via Bemis Brook and Arethusa Falls Trail

Don’t be deterred by the complicated name. Arethusa Falls are stunning and you can get there in less than an hour with a quick 1.5 mile hike (2.8 mile hike round trip). This quick hike is great no matter the time of year. In the summer, the falls are roaring, and in the winter, the falls are almost completely frozen making for a beautiful scene. Your dog is also welcome to join you on this hike, but must be kept on the leash.

Basin Cascade Trail

The Basin Cascade Trail can be found in Franconia Notch State Park, and is definitely one of the state’s best waterfall hikes.

Purgatory Falls Trail

Purgatory Falls trail will bring you to three different waterfalls! While not the shortest hike, following Purgatory Brook Trail will bring you on a 5.1 mile hike where you can enjoy these scenic falls and the green forest around them.

Glen Ellis Falls Trail

Glen Ellis Falls trail is found in the famous Mount Washington State Park, and unlike the prior waterfall hikes, is hardly a hike at all! At just a quarter mile, you can visit this beautiful waterfall right by the parking lot! Perfect for those days when you are in a hurry, but want to get outside for a bit.

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