Vermont · Waterfalls
Warren Falls
Mad River roadside stop in Warren—short access, cold water, and slick rock.
Roadside-access waterfall and swimming area on the Mad River in Warren, Vermont (Mad River Valley), with short access, plunge pools, cascades, and hazards including slippery rock, fast current, cliff jumping, and variable depth.
Warren · Mad River Valley
First Time Here
Expect a roadside scene on Vermont Route 100: short access to the river, limited shoulder space when it is busy, and rock that stays slippery even when the air feels warm.
The Mad River moves here even when the surface looks calm; depth and force change with rain and snowmelt. Some visitors jump from ledges—that is a personal risk choice, not something this guide recommends or describes in detail.
Should You Go
Good for
- Swimmers and waders who are comfortable with cold, moving mountain water
- A quick Mad River Valley stop when you are fine adapting to roadside parking and summer crowds
- Visitors who move carefully on wet rock and read the water before committing
Skip if
- You need lifeguards, ropes, or a managed swimming facility
- You want a quiet, remote pool—VT-100 traffic and popularity are part of the scene
- Cliff jumping nearby makes you uncomfortable; ledge use is part of how some people use this site
Site Note
Access, parking, and posting along Route 100 can change. Treat signs and local guidance as final. This page is an independent guide—not a land manager or agency site.
Map & Trail
Driving context is Vermont Route 100 through Warren. Parking and approach are roadside and short; footing is uneven and rock at the river is often slick. A commonly referenced address is 3919 VT-100, Warren, VT 05674—confirm against what you see on site.
- Approach length is short from typical parking along the corridor; crowding affects how easy it is to move.
- Winter ice and snow on rock change the risk picture; what feels straightforward in July is not the same in January.