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Plimpton Falls
Lincoln, New Hampshire
A lesser-known Lincoln-area cascade in the Western White Mountains.
Swim access
Water condition
At a glance
Crowd level
Moderate
Walk time
15 min
Trail difficulty
2 / 5 Easy to moderate
Parking ease
Moderate
Dog policy
Allowed on leash
Access type
Roadside pull-off
Overview
Plimpton Falls is a lesser-known Lincoln-area cascade in the Western White Mountains. No developed trail or signage; the mapped coordinate is a brook-side reference. Best as an add-on if you're already exploring the broader Lincoln drainage cluster.
- County
- Grafton County
- Region
- Western White Mountains
- Water type
- Waterfall
- Waterfall type
- Cascade
Know before you go
Editorial tags
Small waterfallLincolnWestern white mountainsWmnfOff trail
Good for
Scenic stopReference point
Watch for
Slippery rock
Cold water
Current after rain
Off trail
No lifeguard
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
Arrival points
Parking + Trailhead
44.17380, -71.72480
Parking: Shoulder · Moderate · Trailhead: 0.5 mi · 15 min · 2 / 5 Easy to moderate · Rock surface
Attraction
44.17206, -71.72249
Waterfall · Cascade · Swim viewing only
Arrival directions
Off-trail reference in Lincoln. No developed trail or marked parking.
0.5 miRockShoulder1859 ft
Parking notes: Quick turnout on the Lincoln access road. Tight on summer weekends; have a backup in mind. Plimpton Falls's access point isn't signed from the road; watch your odometer and GPS closely.
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