Hamilton Falls
Jamaica, Vermont
A waterfall in Jamaica, Vermont, managed by Hamilton Falls Natural Area, Vermont Dept. of Forests, Parks and Recreation. About 3 miles one way from Jamaica State Park.
HikeNo swimmingNo licensed photo found yet.
About Hamilton Falls
Overview
- Waterfall heightA 125-foot cascade (Vermont State Parks).
- Hike detailsAbout 3 miles one way from Jamaica State Park: West River Trail 2.0 miles, then the blue-blazed Switch Road Trail 1.1 miles (Vermont FPR, Vermont State Parks).
- ParkingPark at Jamaica State Park (day-use fee). Very limited parking next to the falls on West Windham Road for visitors who can't make the hike (Vermont FPR).
- PetsNot verified. No rule found on the managing agency's page.
- SeasonNo best season stated. Jamaica State Park has its own operating season (Vermont State Parks).
Managed by: Hamilton Falls Natural Area, Vermont Dept. of Forests, Parks and Recreation
The Hike
- Route
- About 3 miles one way from Jamaica State Park: West River Trail 2.0 miles, then the blue-blazed Switch Road Trail 1.1 miles (Vermont FPR, Vermont State Parks).
- Difficulty
- The West River Trail is a mild-grade rail trail; the last section on the Switch Road Trail is steeper, with steep, rocky sections near the falls (Vermont FPR).
Facilities
- Parking
- Park at Jamaica State Park (day-use fee). Very limited parking next to the falls on West Windham Road for visitors who can't make the hike (Vermont FPR).
- Fees
- Day-use fee to enter Jamaica State Park (Vermont FPR)
Tips & Safety
- Swimming
- Not recommended. Vermont State Parks says swimming here is very dangerous and that more than 12 people have died trying to reach or leave the upper and middle pools.
- Pets
- Not verified. No rule found on the managing agency's page.
- Season
- No best season stated. Jamaica State Park has its own operating season (Vermont State Parks).
Safety
- Wet rock near waterfalls is very slippery, even when it looks dry. Stay back from edges and off the tops of falls.
- High water after rain or snowmelt makes crossings and pools dangerous. Turn back if a crossing looks deep or fast.
- Daylight is not a safety guarantee. Plan your time around the route, the weather and your group, and carry a light.
- Check the managing agency for closures and current conditions.
Not verified
No managing agency publishes: Formal difficulty rating, Accessibility, Dog rules. We leave these out instead of guessing.
Nearby Waterfalls
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Distances are straight-line, not driving or trail distances.