Step Falls (Mahoosuc)

Step Falls is a tall cascading waterfall in several sections on Wight Brook in Oxford County, Maine.  The waterfall is located in Step Falls Preserve.

Hike Length: 1.0 miles

Estimated Time: 1 to 2 hours
Difficulty: Moderate
Location: Step Falls Preserve
Trail Users: Hiking
Dogs: Must be on a leash
Features: Waterfalls (1)
Crowds: High
Warnings: The rocks around the waterfalls are very slippery.  The area around the falls and trail is private property so please don't trespass.
Trailhead GPS: 44.57105,-70.87040
Waterfall GPS: 44.57599,-70.86533

Directions:

From Bethel, head east on US-2 for about 6 miles and left on ME-26 north. Drive 7.9 miles and turn right into the parking area for the preserve. Note that parking along ME-26 is prohibited.

Map:

Hike Description:

From the parking area, pick up the yellow-blazed Step Falls Trail that heads into the woods to follow Wight Brook upstream.

At about 0.5 miles, the trail reaches the lowest parts of the waterfall.  The water level was a little low when we visited in the summer, but there are a number of excellent swimholes all along the waterfall.

The trail becomes steeper and more difficult heading up along the waterfall.  The end is clearly marked with fencing and No Trespassing signs.  There are nice views from the top of the waterfall.

Blog Entries:

27-Aug-2021: Moxie Falls

External Links:

Mahoosuc Land Trust website: https://www.mahoosuc.org/step-falls-preserve