Big Falls (Grand Lake Stream) — waterfall

Grand Lake Stream · Maine

waterfall · Generally no . viewing. some sites allow wading below only

Key facts

Swimming

Generally no . viewing. some sites allow wading below only

Access

Private

Parking

Limited

Trip profile

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Good fit, skip, and before you go

Good fit

Scenic viewing
Quick roadside stop or short hike
Photos after rain

Skip

You want guaranteed swimming access
High water or slick rock conditions
Private or posted access uncertainty

Before you go

  • this is a set of rapids on Grand Lake Stream.
  • reaching the falls may require running the rapids in a raft, canoe or kayak.
  • it may be possible to reach the falls by a short BUSHWHACK from Water Street (Big Lake Landing Road).
  • I can see some houses near the falls on Google Maps, so there is a chance that there is no way to hike to the falls without cr
  • https://www.newenglandwaterfalls.com/more-waterfalls-in-maine.html