Waterfalls Near North Conway, NHNorth Conway is one the greatest mountain towns in the United States. There is something for everyone here, from beautiful mountains, ski resorts, shopping outlets, scenic rivers, cozy inns, theme parks, and, of course.....waterfalls! The waterfalls listed below are the best waterfalls that are close to the North Conway area. Each of these falls is within a 40-minute drive of downtown North Conway. Enjoy these North Conway area waterfalls! And if you are looking for more things to do in North Conway, here is my top 25 attractions in North Conway list and my guide to Hiking near North Conway. Follow New England Waterfalls on Facebook!  NORTH CONWAY WATERFALL MAP Here is a map that shows all known waterfalls near North Conway:  DIANA'S BATHS Rating:  North Conway, New Hampshire Lucy Brook 0.6 mile hike one-way (easy) This family-favorite waterfall is one of the most popular falls in all of New England. Children love splashing in the dozens of small falls and pools that can be found here. The hike in is very easy (only 1.2 miles round-trip) on a nicely packed, well-maintained wide trail.
LOWER FALLS Rating:  Albany, New Hampshire Swift River Roadside Lower Falls is quite possibly the most famous swimming hole in New England. If you've driven the Kancamagus Highway between Conway and Lincoln (NH 112), you've almost certainly seen or even stopped at this waterfall before. You may even have memories of this place from your childhood as several generations of families often visit here.
SABBADAY FALLS Rating:  Waterville Valley, New Hampshire Sabbaday Brook 0.3 mile hike one-way (easy) A short and pleasant hike off the Kancamagus Highway brings you to gorgeous Sabbaday Falls, one of the premier waterfalls of the White Mountains. Set in a pretty gorge, this falls is very easy to reach and is quite family-friendly.
ROCKY GORGE Rating:  Albany, New Hampshire Swift River 0.1 mile hike one-way (easy) Rugged and scenic, Rocky Gorge is a quick and easy jaunt just minutes from more great waterfalls along the Kancamagus Highway. This site is handicap-accessible.
JACKSON FALLS Rating: Jackson, New Hampshire Wildcat Brook Roadside Come during the summer and spend the entire day in the swimming holes of this famous spot near downtown Jackson. The upper half of the falls is for swimming, while the lower falls are more thunderous. All of the falls are gorgeous during fall foliage.
GLEN ELLIS FALLS Rating: Jackson, New Hampshire Ellis River 0.3 mile hike one-way (easy/moderate) Fed by the cold waters of Mt. Washington, Glen Ellis Falls is a standout attraction in the White Mountains. Come see this 64-foot waterfall roar into its rocky basin.
THOMPSON FALLS Rating:  Pinkhams Grant, New Hampshire Thompson Brook 0.6 mile hike one-way (easy/moderate) Thompson Falls is a lovely set of several waterfalls located near the Wildcat Mountain Ski Area. These clamshell-shaped falls represent the lowest falls found here.
NANCY CASCADES Rating: Livermore, New Hampshire Nancy Brook 2.8 mile hike one-way (moderate/difficult) Nancy Cascades is a dreamy chain of several beautiful falls. Reaching the falls requires a tough hike that includes a lot of elevation gain and two brook crossings.
WINNIWETA FALLS Rating: Jackson, New Hampshire Miles Brook 0.9 mile hike one-way (moderate/difficult) Up for an adventure? Reaching Winniweta Falls requires crossing the mighty Ellis River. This crossing keeps crowds far away, but it is typically doable from July through October (with some care, of course).
CRYSTAL CASCADE Rating: Pinkhams Grant, New Hampshire Ellis River 0.3 mile hike one-way (easy/moderate) Crystal Cascade is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in all of New England, and it is located on the slopes of the biggest and baddest mountain in the Northeast.
CHAMPNEY FALLS Rating: Albany, New Hampshire Champney Brook 1.7 mile hike one-way (moderate) Champney Falls is a seasonal set of falls on the northern slopes of Mt. Chocorua.You'll want to hike to these falls in spring or after heavy rains, otherwise you run the risk of seeing only a trickle of water.
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