Have a photo from this spot?
Add one for private review. Approved photos do not publish automatically.
Shirley Gorge (Lower Falls)
Shirley, Maine
The lower step of the Shirley Gorge chain near Monson, Piscataquis County, Maine.
At a glance
Overview
Shirley Gorge (Lower Falls) is the downstream step in the Shirley Gorge chain in Shirley Township, Piscataquis County, near Monson on the approach to Moosehead Lake. The gorge cuts a narrow rock slot with short drops and pools; this is the lower tier below the upper falls. Wet rock and drop-offs are the real hazards.
- Also known as
- Shirley Gorge Lower Drop
- County
- Piscataquis
- Region
- The Maine Highlands
- Water type
- Gorge
- Swim feature type
- Gorge pool
Know before you go
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
From Monson, follow local roads into Shirley Township toward the mapped coordinates on the Shirley Gorge. Use the nearest pull-off and walk the short informal path to the rim; watch footing on wet rock.
Notes unlock when you sign in.
See what other visitors noticed, or be the first to leave a short note.