SplashTrailWaterfall discovery guide

Step Falls

Newry, Maine

A waterfall in Newry, Maine, managed by Step Falls Preserve, Mahoosuc Land Trust. The 3/4-mile trail provides access to the falls and becomes steep towards the top.

HikeSwimming: see rules

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About Step Falls

OverviewThe HikeFacilitiesTips & Safety

Overview

  • Waterfall heightNot verified No source publishes a height.
  • Hike detailsThe 3/4-mile trail provides access to the falls and becomes steep towards the top (Mahoosuc Land Trust).
  • ParkingSmall parking lot on Route 26 (Bear River Road), 13.7 miles from the US 2 junction on the right. It fills quickly on hot weekends and an attendant may temporarily close it. No parking on the road or in neighbors' driveways (Mahoosuc Land Trust).
  • PetsNot verified. No rule found on the managing agency's page.
  • SeasonNot verified. No rule found on the managing agency's page.

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Managed by: Step Falls Preserve, Mahoosuc Land Trust

The Hike

Route
The 3/4-mile trail provides access to the falls and becomes steep towards the top (Mahoosuc Land Trust).
Difficulty
Becomes steep towards the top (Mahoosuc Land Trust). No formal rating published.

Facilities

Parking
Small parking lot on Route 26 (Bear River Road), 13.7 miles from the US 2 junction on the right. It fills quickly on hot weekends and an attendant may temporarily close it. No parking on the road or in neighbors' driveways (Mahoosuc Land Trust).
Fees
Not verified

Tips & Safety

Swimming
The land trust says Wight Brook flows over open ledges and potholes creating numerous pools "suitable for wading, swimming, and sunning" (Mahoosuc Land Trust).
Pets
Not verified. No rule found on the managing agency's page.
Season
Not verified. No rule found on the managing agency's page.

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: Height, Formal difficulty rating, Accessibility, Dog rules. We leave these out instead of guessing.