Lye Brook Falls
Manchester · Green Mountain National Forest
A popular Manchester hike to one of Vermont's tallest waterfalls, with a real walk-in and a viewing-first payoff.
Key facts
Swimming
Not recommended
Access
Signed trail
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip, and before you go
Good fit
Hikers who want a bigger waterfall payoff near Manchester
Families comfortable with a real forest walk and roots
Spring and post-rain visits when the water is stronger
Skip
You want a roadside stop or a five-minute walk
You plan to scramble on slick rock near the falls
Low-flow summer dribbles would feel disappointing
Before you go
- The trailhead lot is at the end of Lye Brook Access Road off Glen Road in Manchester.
- Expect a moderate out-and-back hike, not a roadside falls turnout.
- Rock near the falls stays slick, and climbing on the falls is not recommended.
- Spring runoff and recent rain usually make the waterfall much more impressive.
- Once you enter the wilderness corridor, stay alert and keep following the main route and spur.
Photos
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