Hay Brook Falls — waterfall

Bowdoin College Grant East

waterfall

Key facts

Swimming

Generally no . viewing. some sites allow wading below only

Access

4

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

  • Using Gulf Hagas parking area coordinate because open sources route Hay Brook Falls access from Katahdin Iron Works Rd / Gulf Hagas area.
  • https://www.newenglandwaterfalls.com/maine-waterfalls.html
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  • Never swim above falls or fast current.
  • Check recent rain and road conditions before driving in.