Grand Falls (Millinocket) — waterfall

Millinocket · Maine

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

Key facts

Swimming

Generally no . viewing. some sites allow wading below only

Access

Varies

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

  • rapids on the West Branch of the Penobscot River.
  • GPS = either 45.615335, -68.708078 or 45.612269, -68.691627 (I'm not sure which since there is whitewater showing on both these locations on Google Maps)
  • https://www.newenglandwaterfalls.com/more-waterfalls-in-maine.html
  • Varies
  • Never swim above falls or fast current.