Chaffee Falls

Name: Chaffee Falls
Address: Pittsford, Vermont, US

Pittsford · Rutland County

A Pittsford waterfall hike with a real walk-in feel.

Swimming

Not recommended

Access

Wooded trail approach

Parking

Calm

Water

Moderate

Footing

Slick

Light

Bright

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Open On Map Conditions Nearby

Good fit

Rutland County waterfall coverage

People who want a real trail feel

Short hikes with a wooded payoff

Skip

You want a roadside waterfall

The trail is muddy or washed out

You are looking for a swim page

Before you go

Use the trailhead area and keep the roadside clear.
This is a hike-first waterfall page.
Scout wet rock near the falls before moving closer.
The route is more of a trail outing than a pull-off stop.
Treat the water pin as an honest v1 feature point.

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