Near Step Falls Trail
Step Falls dans le Maine
Near Step Falls Trail
Step Falls dans le Maine

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Step Falls Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
Hike to a lovely falls and popular swimming hole.
1
mi
Distance
218
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsFamily FriendlyRiver/CreekSwimmingWaterfall

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.99mi
Distance
218ft
Elevation Gain
218ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
1,076ft
High Point
859ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Step Falls is a series of cascades along Wright Brook that in all form a 250-foot drop. During the spring run-off, the small brooks rages down these falls, but in the summer months the shrinking stream makes for a wonderful swimming spot on a hot day. From the parking area, head up the trail with winds long the brook. There are numerous shallow pools along the way where you can wade or the little ones can dip. The largest pool is quite picturesque with a series of horsetail falls emptying directly into the granite lined pool.Please stay on the trail as the surrounding area is private property.

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