Damariscotta Mills — waterfall

Newcastle & Damariscotta · Maine

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

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

  • I know there is at least one DAM and a fish ladder on the Damariscotta River here, but there appears to be some impressive natural falls too.
  • the total drop is believed to be over 50 feet tall.
  • I have read somewhere that reaching the falls requires a hike of approximately 0.7-0.8 mile one way, bu
  • https://www.worldwaterfalldatabase.com/waterfall/Damariscotta-Mills-20444
  • Unconfirmed