Bingham Falls
Conditions
Weather, water, trail surface, crowds, bugs, and sun in one scroll—framed for a Bingham Falls trip.
On this page
Snapshot
Quick read for weather, water, trail, and season.
Weather and river may show recent public-service readings; other fields stay from the guide for this place.
Weather
Chance Rain Showers, 48°F
National Weather Service forecast, updated Apr 5, 12:38 PM.
Rain read
Rain chance in the next several hours may reach about 28% in that outlook.
Compare with the forecast you use for travel.
River flow
62 cfs
W BRANCH LITTLE R ABV BINGHAM FALLS NEAR STOWE, VT · updated Apr 5, 11:35 AM · USGS
Clarity
Mostly clear, some tannin
Forest streams often carry a little color after rain.
Crowd & parking
Light to moderate
Weekdays calmer; summer weekends fill the pull-off first.
Mud index
Low to moderate
Wet stretches possible after rain; roots stay slick.
Nature pulse
Typical late spring mix
Songbirds active; understory greening; keep distance from wildlife.
Timing
Midday busier, mornings quieter
Arrive early on hot weekends if you want a mellower trail.
Mosquitoes
Low evening bump possible
Breeze and moving water help; repellent still smart in June.
Ticks
Check after the walk
Stay on trail, tuck socks, do a tick check at home.
Daily pulse
Stable, swimmable window if you respect the cold water
Reasonable weather, moderate stream behavior, and a trail that needs care on wet rock—the snapshot strip above carries the quick numbers.
Air & rain
| Time | Temp | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 PM | 48°F | 28% chance |
| 1:00 PM | 48°F | 19% chance |
| 2:00 PM | 49°F | 18% chance |
| 3:00 PM | 50°F | 6% chance |
| 4:00 PM | 48°F | 2% chance |
| 5:00 PM | 48°F | None |
| 6:00 PM | 46°F | None |
| 7:00 PM | 44°F | 2% chance |
| 8:00 PM | 41°F | 7% chance |
| 9:00 PM | 40°F | 13% chance |
| 10:00 PM | 39°F | 14% chance |
| 11:00 PM | 38°F | 13% chance |
Today
Rain Showers
~52°F
Tonight
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Snow Showers
~31°F
Monday
Chance Snow Showers
~39°F
Monday Night
Chance Snow Showers
~23°F
Tuesday
Chance Snow Showers
~33°F
Use regional radar alongside the forecast you trust for timing; hourly detail on this page fills in when current data is available. Live forecast: National Weather Service.
Water
Gauge context
West Branch Little River above Bingham Falls (USGS 04288225)
Measured upstream on the same stream; useful for trend, not pool depth at the falls.
Flow
62 cfs
W BRANCH LITTLE R ABV BINGHAM FALLS NEAR STOWE, VT · USGS · updated Apr 5, 11:35 AM
Clarity
Mostly clear
Turbidity rises after heavy rain upstream.
Flow trend
Steady
No sharp rise or fall in this planning picture.
Rain outlook
Mostly dry 48 h
Confirm a longer drive with your own forecast.
Recent rain
Light, scattered
Enough to keep moss damp, not enough to blow out the gorge.
People
Parking
Usually finds a spot weekdays
Weekends: arrive early or expect to wait for turnover.
Trail feel
Friendly but busy on nice days
Passing room is fine; give swimmers space at the pool.
At the pool
Social, calm if spaced out
Sound carries; lower voices near homes.
Trail
Mud index
Low to moderate
Spring thaw and steady rain raise it quickly.
After heavy use, side trails tempt shortcuts—using them widens mud and hurts banks. Stick to the main tread.
Expect roots, uneven stone, and short slopes. Wet rock near the water is slick even when air feels warm.
Trail runners or light boots with grip beat smooth-soled shoes. Sandals are risky on the descent to the pool.
Nature
Seasonal pulse
Late spring / early summer rhythm
Leaves out, brooks cold, breeding season for many birds—give nests a wide berth.
- Typical northern forest birds along the corridor.
- Small mammals in brush; occasional deer at dawn or dusk.
- Cold-water fish possible in deeper pockets—observe, do not harass.
Best light
Morning for photos and fewer people
Gorge shade is deep; midday contrast can be harsh.
Orientation only—not a species list or safety guarantee.
Bugs
Bug watch
Moderate vigilance
Ticks anytime the ground is thawed; biting flies vary by week.
Mosquitoes
Mostly low except still evenings
Moving air off the falls helps; bring repellent if you stay past dusk.
Ticks
Present—check daily
Light clothing on trail centers; permethrin-treated gear optional.
Sun
UV / sun strength
Moderate UV possible
Tree cover helps; water glare still reaches skin.
Sun direction (midday)
High south arc
Gorge walls shade parts of the pool at different hours.
Sun height feel
Strong overhead mid-season
Earlier or later visits mean longer shadows in the trees.
Peak sun window
Roughly 11 a.m.–3 p.m.
Window shifts with season—planning hint only.