In Maine, we are lucky to have incredible mountains, beautiful state parks and awe-inspiring coastline. But, the part of our natural landscape that I am most excited by is our waterfalls. With well over 100 waterfalls to keep you busy, Maine is a paradise for people who love a reward at the end of a long hike. For this article, I wanted to choose one waterfall on which to focus. I had no idea it would be so hard to narrow it down! But, ultimately, visiting Smalls Falls in Maine made the top of the list.
Dennis Redfield / Flickr / (Edits: Only in Maine)
Larry Miller / Flickr Located on the Sandy River, Smalls Falls can be accessed easily as a day trip from the Rangeley Lakes Area.
Larry Miller / Flickr But, why focus on Smalls Falls? Simple! It is accessible, allows swimming and can easily occupy an entire day with its hiking trail and multiple falls.
Brian Dewey / Flickr The main falls feature a 54 foot drop and a visit just after some rain will give you a literal rush!
Jim Danis / Flickr Once you’ve gazed at the main waterfall for a while to be sufficiently impressed, climb up and appreciate it from this vantage point. One of the best parts of Small Falls is the fact that it is an adventurers dream. You can actually jump into the pool below! That is, if you’re not afraid of heights like me. Tell me about it once you’ve done it because there’s no way you’ll see me plunging down!
Tim Pierce / Wikimedia Commons If you have a fear of heights like me, you can also enjoy the water from the bottom. Stay firmly planted to the ground and wade around the base of the falls in the pool. You can climb up some of the smaller rocks for an easier jump.
Jim Danis / Flickr As you continue to climb up from the main falls, you’ll find three additional smaller falls. Each of these is separated from the other by a small pool, such as this one. All are great for swimming!
Doug Kerr / Flickr Getting to Smalls Falls is simple as the entry is just off of Maine’s Route 4. If you’re coming from Rangeley, you’ll want to head South for about 12 miles. When coming from this direction, the parking area is located on your right.
Doug Kerr / Flickr Look for a sign like this!
Dennnis Redfield / Flickr Bring a towel, sunscreen and enough snacks to last the day. Because you certainly won’t want to leave!
alanszalwinski / Flickr
Want to take the plunge with some cliff-diving? It might look something like this!
Dennis Redfield / Flickr / (Edits: Only in Maine)
Larry Miller / Flickr
Located on the Sandy River, Smalls Falls can be accessed easily as a day trip from the Rangeley Lakes Area.
But, why focus on Smalls Falls? Simple! It is accessible, allows swimming and can easily occupy an entire day with its hiking trail and multiple falls.
Brian Dewey / Flickr
The main falls feature a 54 foot drop and a visit just after some rain will give you a literal rush!
Jim Danis / Flickr
Once you’ve gazed at the main waterfall for a while to be sufficiently impressed, climb up and appreciate it from this vantage point. One of the best parts of Small Falls is the fact that it is an adventurers dream. You can actually jump into the pool below! That is, if you’re not afraid of heights like me. Tell me about it once you’ve done it because there’s no way you’ll see me plunging down!
Tim Pierce / Wikimedia Commons
If you have a fear of heights like me, you can also enjoy the water from the bottom. Stay firmly planted to the ground and wade around the base of the falls in the pool. You can climb up some of the smaller rocks for an easier jump.
As you continue to climb up from the main falls, you’ll find three additional smaller falls. Each of these is separated from the other by a small pool, such as this one. All are great for swimming!
Doug Kerr / Flickr
Getting to Smalls Falls is simple as the entry is just off of Maine’s Route 4. If you’re coming from Rangeley, you’ll want to head South for about 12 miles. When coming from this direction, the parking area is located on your right.
Look for a sign like this!
Dennnis Redfield / Flickr
Bring a towel, sunscreen and enough snacks to last the day. Because you certainly won’t want to leave!
alanszalwinski / Flickr
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