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Glendale Cascade
Gilford, New Hampshire
A small cascade with informal access in Gilford near Lake Winnipesaukee's southwest shore.
Swim access
Water condition
At a glance
Crowd level
Moderate
Walk time
10 min
Trail difficulty
2 / 5 Easy to moderate
Parking ease
Moderate
Access type
Roadside pull-off
Overview
Glendale Cascade is a small Gilford-area waterfall near Lake Winnipesaukee's southwest shore. No developed trail — rough roadside reference from local Gilford back roads. Best as an add-on if you're already exploring the Lakes Region.
- County
- Belknap County
- Region
- Lakes Region
- Water type
- Waterfall
- Waterfall type
- Cascade
Know before you go
Editorial tags
Small cascadeOff trailGilfordLakes region
Good for
Scenic stopShort detour
Land ownership
Public
Watch for
Slippery rock
Cold water
No lifeguard
Off trail
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
Arrival points
Parking + Trailhead
43.58378, -71.38822
Parking: Pull-off · Moderate · Trailhead: 0.2 mi · 10 min · 2 / 5 Easy to moderate · Rock surface
Attraction
43.58258, -71.38702
Waterfall · Cascade · Swim viewing only
Arrival directions
Rough roadside reference in Gilford.
0.2 miRoadsideRockPull-off553 ft
Parking notes: Quick turnout on the Gilford access road. Tight on summer weekends; have a backup in mind.
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