Gilsum Falls
Gilsum · Monadnock Region
Gilsum Falls is a roadside ledge waterfall with a compact pool and easy summer access in southwestern New Hampshire.
Key facts
Swimming
Possible in calme…
Access
Immediate roadside access
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip, and before you go
Good fit
Visitors planning a Gilsum Falls stop
Photographers and waterfall-focused day trips
People comfortable around slick granite and cold water
Skip
Heavy rain has recently spiked water levels
You need lifeguarded swimming conditions
You are not prepared for uneven, wet footing
Before you go
- Check recent flow before committing to streamside ledges.
- Use caution on wet rock and keep children close.
- Respect signs, closures, and private property boundaries.
- Pack out trash and leave the corridor cleaner than you found it.
- Cold mountain water and slick footing are common here.