Lower Ammonoosuc Falls in New Hampshire State

Lower Ammonoosuc Falls

While the 15-foot drop of this waterfall is not particularly impressive, the large, blue pool at its base continues to attract hikers and swimmers eager to cool off from the heat.

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Lower Ammonoosuc Falls Details

While the 15-foot drop of this waterfall is not particularly impressive, the large, blue pool at its base continues to attract hikers and swimmers eager to cool off from the heat. Here, you can easily spend hours swimming and splashing around. The lower falls are also much safer than the strong currents from the upper falls. However, If the stream is particularly heavy, then it is still recommended to swim further downstream to avoid the circular potholes.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Lower Ammonoosuc Falls

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3.8 mi away

Upper Ammonoosuc Falls

Swimmers should take caution when choosing to venture into the pools of this powerful waterfall.

3.8 mi away

Eisenhower Memorial Wayside Park

This park has some of the best views of the Presidential Mountain Range in the White Mountain National Forest.

5.2 mi away

Crawford Path

This 8.5-mile trek is considered to be the oldest hiking trail in the state.

5.2 mi away

Mt. Willard

The trail to this 2,865-foot mountain is suitable for all types of hikers, including those with kids and dogs.

6.5 mi away

Mt. Washington: Ammonoosuc Ravine Trail

One of the more challenging albeit rewarding routes up Mount Washington is via this 9-mile round trip trail.