Sabbaday Falls
Sabbaday Falls
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egwanderlust
Hampton, NH1,849 contributions
Nov 2022
This is an absolutely must do when driving along the Kancamangus. It is a short 15 minute walk to the falls from the parking lot. However, we spent more time admiring the true natural beauty.
Come during the off season to avoid massive crowds. Our most recent visit in November was perfect because it was not too crowded and there was available parking, which I doubt is the case during peak foliage season.
Come during the off season to avoid massive crowds. Our most recent visit in November was perfect because it was not too crowded and there was available parking, which I doubt is the case during peak foliage season.
Written November 6, 2022
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Sandra P
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Jun 2023 • Couples
Awesome! Very short walk/hike into the falls along a smooth trail. We saw someone pushing a baby stroller along it, which was probably a pretty bumpy ride for baby, but they made it work. It's a quick outing, maybe you can stretch to 30 min but it's fascinating to examine the fault lines that are clearly on display and called out on the tourist information boards nicely. You'll want to see the falls from both above and below as each offers a unique view. Well worth your time!! They do ask for $5 parking pass but only accept cash at this location (there are machines at other stops in the park that accept credit cards). Even after a rainy period, we didn't encounter any mud and it wasn't slippery.
Written June 13, 2023
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ChrisH
Frederick, MD551 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
Two adults visited Sabbaday Falls on the Kancamagus Highway in Albany, NH on a Monday in late August 2023. The parking lot wasn't full. The 0.3 mile trail to the falls leads to an uphill climb along a mostly graded easy-to-walk path, although the part at the end gets quite steep leading from the base to the head of the falls. The entire walk was beautiful and very cooling on a hot day from the spray from the falls. It is a popular site, so YMMV regarding available parking. Leashed dogs are welcome. Note that the pit toilets were far from clean the afternoon we were there, even though they had a sign they had been cleaned that morning. As noted by others, there is a $5 parking fee that can be used the same day at other White Mountain parking areas or if you don't have an annual pass.
Written September 2, 2023
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MaineMountainOwl
Maine281 contributions
Oct 2021
These popular waterfalls were off the Kancamagus Highway (NH 112). Viewpoints were a 0.3-mile (0.4 km) hike in and out on easy grades from the trailhead’s parking lot. Interpretive displays explained the area’s historical significance. On a weekend morning the parking lot and trail filled up fast. An outhouse near the trailhead was clean and functional. Access required a White Mountains National Forest day pass. We liked all that we saw here; we disliked nothing.
Written October 13, 2021
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TravelingBum10
United States6,308 contributions
Jul 2023 • Couples
This one is a short hike to the falls. Some of it is uphill but it is not too bad. The parking cost $5 but once you’ve paid it, it covers other parking lots. The waterfalls are beautiful! Definitely worth going. There’s a vault toilet In parking lot.
Written July 14, 2023
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PhlegmMaster
Phoenix, AZ4,738 contributions
Oct 2021
My wife and I stopped along the Kancamagus Highway to check out these falls.
Reaching the falls took no time at all (only .3 miles). Nice viewing area at the base, and up near the top by the wooden bridge.
After the falls, we followed the Pine Bend Brook Trail for a while. Beautiful! Lots of mushrooms on the ground. There were a few tricky spots where we had to scramble up and down the hillside because the path was too close to the water. It was a fantastic hike!
Reaching the falls took no time at all (only .3 miles). Nice viewing area at the base, and up near the top by the wooden bridge.
After the falls, we followed the Pine Bend Brook Trail for a while. Beautiful! Lots of mushrooms on the ground. There were a few tricky spots where we had to scramble up and down the hillside because the path was too close to the water. It was a fantastic hike!
Written November 1, 2021
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laurie2668
Roaring Spring, PA92 contributions
Aug 2021
This is an absolute must-do. It is 0.3 miles in and 0.3 miles back out. Through most of the walk, you are walking beside the stream that comes down from the falls and it is so pretty. There are steps and walkways over the falls. It is beautiful and I would highly recommend it. It is uphill on the way in, but it isn't difficult, since it is so short. (We even saw a women with a broken foot in a boot doing the walk!)
Written August 11, 2021
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Bden99
Manchester, NH1,373 contributions
Feb 2021
This is a very scenic area that is worth a look if you are in the area and looking to stretch your legs. By the falls there are steps and railings in the areas with steeper drop offs. The trail can also be used as access to much longer hikes.
Written February 21, 2021
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Little Homeschool Blessings
447 contributions
Jul 2022
The location of the falls is on the Kanc, so you will need a pass to park in the lot. There are self-service boxes, so that you can buy one on site. The falls are lovely and remind me of a small Flume. The path is easily accessible with tennis shoes. In and out is probably a half hour. The water flowing all along the trail is very pretty. Didn't see anyone getting into the water here. There are signs posted telling folks to stay on the trail and not to be in the water within 500 feet (I think) from the falls.
Written July 30, 2022
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Sinatralis
Rocky River, OH1,200 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
We had some snow on the ground the day we did this hike and it was not bad. It’s an easy hike in and back. Worth the trip to see the falls as they are beautiful. The gate to walk close to the falls is close this time of year due to the snow and ice but you can still get close enough to see them. It’s very peaceful. I’m very quiet.
Written November 21, 2022
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Are you able to go in the water?
Written August 27, 2024
Hii, we want to spend the night at the sabbaday falls area, does anyone knows about good place to stay at? We are looking for somewhere cheap and clous to the hike. Ani information about kamping saits will be helpful as well.
Written August 18, 2017
The closest lodging to Sabbaday other than camping areas would be the Kancamagus Swift River Inn or the Darby Field Inn in Conway
Written August 22, 2018
Hello, I wanted to know if you are allowed to take a bath here.?
Written July 21, 2017
Yes, I always see dogs on leashes walking up to the falls.
Written May 29, 2017
We will be driving on the Kangamangus Hwy and would like to stop at Sabbaday Falls. Is it easy to find? Are there signs on the road leading us to it or should I rely on my GPS? Thanks a bunch!
Written July 25, 2016
It should be easy to find - but keep your eyes peeled for the parking lot signs. We missed it on the first pass, but just turned around and came back.
However, strongly recommend that you stop at the White Mountains Visitors Center (Exit 32 on I-93). The folks there are super helpful and can give you a map not just to Sabbaday Falls but other falls in that area as well.
If you are coming from I-93, Sabbaday Falls is about 21 miles from the interstate (going East on 112).
Hope this helps!
Written July 26, 2016
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