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Shirley Gorge (Upper Falls)
Shirley, Maine
The upper step of the Shirley Gorge chain near Monson, Piscataquis County, Maine.
At a glance
Overview
Shirley Gorge (Upper Falls) is the upstream step in the Shirley Gorge chain in Shirley Township, Piscataquis County, near Monson. The gorge cuts a narrow rock slot; this tier sits above the lower falls with similar chute geometry and cold plunge pools. Wet rock and drop-offs are the real hazards.
- Also known as
- Shirley Gorge Upper 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 and work toward the upstream side of Shirley Gorge. Use the nearest pull-off and walk the short informal path to the rim; watch footing on wet rock.
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