North Branch Falls

Worcester · Central Vermont

A quieter Worcester waterfall stop with a local feel.

Swimming

Not recommended

Access

Short informal path

Parking

Calm

Water

Moderate

Footing

Slick

Light

Bright

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Open On Map Conditions Nearby

Good fit

Quiet local waterfall detours

Short scenic stops off the main corridor

People okay with light route ambiguity

Skip

You want a major waterfall payoff

The pull-off feels unsafe or muddy

You are looking for a real swim stop

Before you go

Keep the stop simple and scout the footing first.
Use only obvious roadside access.
This is a smaller local waterfall page.
Wet rock near the falls gets slick fast.
Treat this as a quick Worcester-side detour.

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