Waterfalls and Swimming Holes Near Dartmouth & Western New Hampshire

Hanover, Lebanon, and the river valleys west of the notches: cold-water falls, town-tended swim spots, and one big glacial pothole gorge.

This is the quieter wedge between the White Mountains and the Lakes Region, so it works well for Hanover, Dartmouth, and Upper Valley trips where you still want a few true waterfall or swimming stops. Use the map first, then open each guide for parking, access, and posted swim rules.