Smalls Falls Trail
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Maine · franklin County

Smalls Falls Trail

Easy access to multi-tier waterfall pools and gorge scenery.

Rating
Length
1.0 mi
Difficulty
2
County
franklin
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About This Trail

An easy 1-mile trail to Smalls Falls, a 54-foot multi-tier waterfall on the Sandy River featuring a 25-foot segmented plunge, a 12-foot slide, and deep swimming pools between cascades. Located at a roadside rest area on Route 4 near Rangeley, with picnic tables and quick access making it one of Maine’s most accessible waterfall hikes.

Location

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Coordinates: 44.8589461, -70.516734
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Getting There

From Rangeley, drive south on Route 4 for approximately 12 miles. Watch for the Smalls Falls Rest Area sign on the right. Park in the clearly marked rest area lot.

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