Overview. This is a short out and back moving up a series of cascades just of US-302. It was nice to have the area to ourselves to enjoy the morning - even if the flow was on the low side after a dry spell.

Route Type | Out and Back
Total Distance | 0.21 miles
Elevation Gain | 42 feet
Overall Difficulty | Moderate

GPS Waypoints
Turn to Parking Lot | 44.209669, -71.404561
Trailhead | 44.209153, -71.404822
Crawford Notch State Park Map

Parking. Ample parking is available across US-302 at the Crawford Notch Scenic View Area.

Trail Navigation. Locate the trail on the southeast side of the parking lot and follow it down to US-302. Cross the road (take care here because all manner of crazy driving can be found - especially during peak seasons) and begin moving up the rock or use the dirt trail on the south side of the drainage. Continue as far as you like and have a sit to take in the view with a waterfall soundtrack.

HIKER NOTE - Low Flow. We visited during a low flow period, but ideally, hit this during a multi-day soaker or immediately after a heavy rain storm.

CAUTION - Be Bear Aware. Black bear are plentiful in the region. Know Before You Go => US Forest Service Black Bear Safety Tips

CAUTION - Moose. Be aware and never approach moose. Leave a wide berth and turn back if needed.