Reeds Falls

Worcester · Central Vermont

A difficult Catamount Brook bushwhack for a high-upside waterfall payoff.

Swimming

Not recommended

Access

Difficult bushwhack

Parking

Limited

Water

Moderate

Footing

Slick

Light

Bright

Difficulty

Reward

Risk

Open On Map Conditions Nearby

Good fit

Advanced waterfall hunters

Central Vermont bushwhack pages

People okay with uncertain approach conditions

Skip

You need a signed trailhead

High water makes the brook feel pushy

You want a low-effort waterfall page

Before you go

Use the roadside pull-off as an approximate arrival point, not the water pin.
This page should stay honest about route uncertainty.
Expect a difficult bushwhack feel rather than a maintained trail.
Scout crossings and footing conservatively.
If access feels unclear, back off early.

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