Glen Ellis Falls
Jackson · Pinkham Notch
Glen Ellis Falls is a dramatic vertical drop in Pinkham Notch with stairs to a deep plunge-pool viewpoint and high visitor traffic.
Key facts
Swimming
Not recommended i…
Access
Stairs from signed trail
Parking
Limited
Current conditions
Trip profile
Difficulty
Reward
Risk
Good fit, skip, and before you go
Good fit
Visitors planning a Glen Ellis Falls day trip
Photographers and shoulder-season explorers
Groups comfortable with cold, moving water
Skip
High or muddy flow makes footing uncertain
You need lifeguarded swimming conditions
You are not prepared for slick rock
Before you go
- Check flow and footing before committing to any entry.
- Use posted signs and respect closures or barriers.
- Keep children within arm's reach near moving water.
- Pack out trash and leave ledge areas clean.
- Conditions can change quickly after rain.
Photos
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