15 Best Waterfalls in New Hampshire You’ll Want to Chase This Year

Since moving here, I've realized pretty quickly that New Hampshire doesn't play when it comes to waterfalls. I'm here for it.

There’s just something about a waterfall.

Maybe it’s the sound. Maybe it’s the way the air cools off the second you get close, or the mist spraying you just a little. As I write this, maybe it's just the feeling you get, like you actually earned something when you finally see it after a hike.

Waterfalls are everywhere in New Hampshire.

Some you hike to. Some you just… pull over and boom, there it is. And a few of them? They make you stop mid-sentence and say, “Okay… yeah, that was worth the trip.”

That’s exactly what this list is.

Whether you’re looking for an easy roadside stop, a quick walk with the family, or a “Let’s pack snacks and make a day of it!” kind of hike, these are the waterfalls locals swear by.

You’ve got the heavy hitters like Arethusa Falls, the tallest in the state, that feels like a full-on moment when you get there.

Then there are the easy wins like Diana’s Baths, where it’s less about one big drop and more about exploring all the little cascades and finding your own spot on the rocks.

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And of course, if you’ve ever driven the Kancamagus Highway, you already know, you’re never too far from pulling over and finding something incredible like Sabbaday Falls just waiting, a short walk away.

So if you’re looking for your next weekend plan, or just want to start a running list of spots to hit when the weather cooperates, this list has 15 of the best waterfalls in New Hampshire to get you started.

Fair warning…
You’re probably not going to stop at just one.