15 Best Waterfalls in Vermont (2026 Updated)
Of the 29 named waterfalls in Vermont, these 15 earn the strongest visitor ratings, led by Big Falls, Falls of Lana, and Moss Glen Falls. The list spans the Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom, Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope, and Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries.
How We Picked
We ranked the 18 publicly accessible Vermont waterfalls with at least five Google reviews by a weighted rating that balances score against review volume, so a 4.9 from a dozen reviewers counts for less than a 4.8 from thousands. Every waterfall links to a full page with coordinates, maps and nearby falls.
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1. Big Falls
Newport, VT · Orleans County · Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom
Why it made the list
It holds a 5.0-star Google rating and is the 7th most reviewed in the state, with 18 reviews. It is one of 11 named falls in the Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom region. The nearest town is Newport, about 9.1 miles to the east.
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2. Falls of Lana
Brandon, VT · Addison County · Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.9-star Google rating and is the 6th most reviewed in the state, with 40 reviews. 93% of reviewers give it five stars. Older records also call it Sucker Brook Falls and Lana Falls. It is one of 7 named falls in the Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope region. The nearest town is Brandon, about 7.4 miles to the south.
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3. Moss Glen Falls
Morristown, VT · Lamoille County · Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom
Why it made the list
It is the most reviewed waterfall in Vermont, holding 4.8 stars across 313 Google reviews. 84% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "Scenic hiking trails offer sweeping views of this cascading waterfall, with gorges & pools below." It is one of 11 named falls in the Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom region. The nearest town is Morristown, about 5.2 miles to the north.
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4. Moss Glen Falls
Randolph, VT · Addison County · Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.8-star Google rating and is the 5th most reviewed in the state, with 106 reviews. 80% of reviewers give it five stars. It is one of 7 named falls in the Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope region. The nearest town is Randolph, about 11 miles to the southeast.
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5. Black River Falls
Springfield, VT · Windsor County · Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.8-star Google rating and is the 9th most reviewed in the state, with 13 reviews. It is one of 11 named falls in the Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries region. It is right in Springfield.
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6. Bingham Falls
Morristown, VT · Lamoille County · Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.7-star Google rating and is the 2nd most reviewed in the state, with 200 reviews. 82% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "Waterfall in Mt. Mansfield State Forest with deep pools & gorges housing wildlife & a trail network." It is one of 11 named falls in the Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom region. Bingham Falls is only 2.6 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Morristown, about 7.5 miles to the east.
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7. Texas Falls
Randolph, VT · Addison County · Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.7-star Google rating and is the 3rd most reviewed in the state, with 160 reviews. 80% of reviewers give it five stars. It is one of 7 named falls in the Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope region. Bailey Falls is only 2.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Randolph, about 12 miles to the east.
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8. Buttermilk Falls
Chester, VT · Windsor County · Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.7-star Google rating and is the 4th most reviewed in the state, with 142 reviews. 81% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "Cluster of 3 waterfalls in a wooded state park with a 1.1-mi. hiking trail & swimming holes." It is one of 11 named falls in the Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries region. The nearest town is Chester, about 14 miles to the southeast.
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9. Highgate Falls
Swanton, VT · Franklin County · Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.6 stars across 5 reviews. It is one of 11 named falls in the Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom region. The nearest town is Swanton, about 3.9 miles to the west.
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10. Gerrys Falls
Windsor, VT · Windsor County · Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.5 stars across 6 reviews. Older records also call it Gerry's Falls. It is one of 11 named falls in the Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries region. Little Cascade Falls is only 1.7 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Windsor, about 3.3 miles to the northeast.
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11. Center Rutland Falls
Rutland, VT · Rutland County · Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.4 stars across 9 reviews. Older records also call it Mead's Falls. It is one of 7 named falls in the Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope region. The nearest town is Rutland, about 2.1 miles to the east.
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12. Crystal Cascade Falls
Windsor, VT · Windsor County · Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 4.4 stars across 9 reviews. It is one of 11 named falls in the Southern Vermont and Connecticut River Tributaries region. Little Cascade Falls is only 0.6 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Windsor, about 5.2 miles to the northeast.
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13. Bolton Falls
Waterbury, VT · Washington County · Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.1-star Google rating and is the 10th most reviewed in the state, with 10 reviews. It is one of 11 named falls in the Northern Green Mountains and Northeast Kingdom region. The nearest town is Waterbury, about 3.3 miles to the southeast.
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14. Bailey Falls
Brandon, VT · Addison County · Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 3.8 stars across 6 reviews. It is one of 7 named falls in the Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope region. Texas Falls is only 2.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Brandon, about 11 miles to the southwest.
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15. Huntington Falls
Middlebury (village), VT · Addison County · Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope
Why it made the list
Visitors rate it 3.6 stars across 5 reviews. It is one of 7 named falls in the Central Green Mountains and Champlain Slope region. The nearest town is Middlebury (village), about 4.0 miles to the south.
When to Visit Vermont's Waterfalls
Spring snowmelt dominates Vermont's waterfall calendar. Flows usually peak from April into May, but that period coincides with mud season, when unpaved roads turn to mud and higher-elevation trails are vulnerable to damage, so many visitors focus on roadside falls in spring. By late May and June, trails dry out and falls still run well. Midsummer brings lower flows on smaller brooks, though summer thunderstorms can bring brief surges and swimming holes draw crowds. Fall foliage, generally from late September through mid October, is Vermont's busiest season, especially along Route 100 and around Stowe. Late autumn rains often revive the falls. Winter turns many falls into ice formations, but snow-covered approaches and short days require caution.
Before You Go
Vermont waterfalls are a mix of public and private land. The Green Mountain National Forest manages several in the central and southern mountains, and state forests and parks, such as Mount Mansfield State Forest, hold others. Many smaller falls are in towns, on private land with long-standing public use, or along rivers where access is informal; respect posted signs and parking rules. Roadside pullouts along Route 100 fill during foliage season. Hazards include cold water even in summer, strong currents and deep pools in narrow gorges, and slippery, moss-covered ledges. Gorge swimming holes have been the site of drownings and serious falls. Major floods in 2011 and 2023 reshaped some streams and trails, so conditions can differ from older descriptions.
Read our waterfall safety rules and packing list before heading out.
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See all 29 waterfalls in the Vermont waterfall guide, or browse by town: Newport, Brandon, Morristown, Randolph, Springfield, Chester, Swanton, Windsor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best waterfall in Vermont?
Big Falls tops our 2026 list, with a 5.0-star rating from 18 Google reviews. It is near Newport in Orleans County.
How was this list made?
We ranked the 18 publicly accessible Vermont waterfalls with at least five Google reviews by a weighted rating that balances score against review volume, so a 4.9 from a dozen reviewers counts for less than a 4.8 from thousands.
How many waterfalls are in Vermont?
Our directory lists 29 named waterfalls in Vermont. See them all, sorted by town, in the Vermont waterfall guide.
Why are there two Moss Glen Falls in Vermont?
The name is used for two separate falls: one near Stowe in Lamoille County and one in Granville in Addison County. Both are in our directory and both are among the state's most reviewed.