Buttermilk Falls
Buttermilk Falls
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Savannah P
Vernon, CT17 contributions
Aug 2020
Great place for a hike or a swim! We traveled from out of state, for a first time visit two days ago. While hiking everyone was wearing masks. While swimming, obviously no masks. The place has three parts to it, room for safe distancing. We noticed a few dogs, always leashed unless swimming. Our group had a lovely time and would definitely go back.
Written August 16, 2020
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cenzt
Ohio19,974 contributions
Jul 2021
Good trip. We arrived at approximately 5:30 pm and made our way to the entrance of the trail. The trail was very easy and only consisted of a several minute hike before we reached the waterfall. The waterfall was small, however the environment was very relaxing and peaceful.
Tip: I recommend spending 15 minutes here if you truly want to see everything.
Tip: I recommend spending 15 minutes here if you truly want to see everything.
Written November 1, 2021
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Janet J
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Oct 2021 • Family
Hey people. I live on Buttermilk falls road. It runs through 20 acres of my land where my husband and I transplanted 40 years ago. Yeah it’s really pretty. Used to be a local swimming hole. Still is. Especially when people take their trash out with them. With the internet we get 800+ cars up and down all day. It’s a dirt road. We all have pets and kids and grandkids. So please drive slowly. There’s no hurry in Vermont. Just saying
Written October 10, 2021
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Dennis K
Robbinsville, NJ139 contributions
Jul 2013 • Family
Very close to Castle Hill in Ludlow. Went with my family ( 15 and 18). Park on the side of the road. There are three falls. Seemed like the Middle Falls was the least crowded. Almost like our own pricing Swimming hole. Rocks are slick. Bring water shoes if you have them. You can swim in the pools by the falls.
Written July 13, 2013
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Lynda B
Boston, MA141 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
We were visiting Vermont and normally when I visit places, I am looking for lighthouses.....so this time, being away from the coastline, I decided to look for waterfalls. ... what fun. We are not hikers, so I followed the directions from a local hiker who said this was an easy walk and his directions were spot on! ( I would love to give him credit, but I can't find the information) Take 103 North out of Ludlow, maybe 1.5 miles ..watch for a street on your right called Buttermilk Falls, take that right. Approx. 1 mile up on the right ( road turns to dirt and stone) watch for the sign that says Okemo State Forest....take the path into the forest. The path forks....to the LEFT is the falls, to the RIGHT is a basin of moving water. This is an easy trek BUT very buggy so WEAR bug spray! And kids can do this walk as well, it is not far in and with supervision kids will do well. When you are visiting, you will notice a number of "stone people" that have been created....leave your creation if you like, we did! This is not a huge waterfall, but it presents as you would think...with the noise and atmosphere of something greatly created....have fun.
Written June 6, 2019
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Diane B
Woonsocket, RI11 contributions
Jul 2017 • Family
13 members of my family, (Age 3 - 60), were there July 16, 2017, it was amazing. Would have loved to have been able to spend more time there. Nice little hike from. Would definitely do this again, and bring a picnic lunch with us.
You would probably want to be bring water shoes with you, for walking in the water as the bottom is very rock, plus they would give you better traction on the rocks.
If you're an adventurous person, check it out.
You would probably want to be bring water shoes with you, for walking in the water as the bottom is very rock, plus they would give you better traction on the rocks.
If you're an adventurous person, check it out.
Written July 17, 2017
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trkr6468
Cantrall, IL377 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
There is parking very close by and it is about 50 yards walk to the falls on relatively level ground. My wife and I were up early and arrived at the falls around 8:00. Very peaceful and beautiful.
Written October 11, 2022
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Enduro338
Dallas136 contributions
Jun 2014 • Solo
Buttermilk Falls is easily accessible off a side road from Route 103 near its intersection with Route 100. You can park your call just a few yards away, then duck down into the falls where it's shady, cool and gorgeous. Just listening and gazing at the falls is quite therapeutic and a great way to relieve stress. You can even swim there, if you like cold water. Further hiking is there if you wish. Neat gem.
Written July 4, 2014
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Vermontwoodchuck
Rutland, VT24 contributions
Easy access from Route 103 with large boulders to climb / sunbath on. A flowing 23 foot waterfall that is 15 feet 9 inches high. the area is washed bedrock 90 feet wide ending in a short cascade and a large pool of water. Downstream is a second smaller cascade around a small rock island.
Written February 27, 2013
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JennInJersey
Clifton, NJ29 contributions
Jul 2011
My teen cousin and I went to hike at Buttermilk Falls in July of 2011. From reading about it, I believed that the hike to the falls would be longer and more strenuous, but in reality, the falls at this location are nearly visible from the street, and the trail made getting to the water really easy. This proximity in no way takes away from the beauty of the falls, which were breathtaking. My 13 y/o cousin could easily navigate across the water to the rocks on the other side, and climb up the steep include to jump into the pool below on her own. We traveled with a person recovering from foot surgery, and he could easily (slowly) navigate the path through the woods to the water, but had some difficulty with the rocky beach. The current, rocky shoreline and slippery rocks in water would make it difficult if not impossible for a younger child to navigate alone. Our dog had a hard time finding places to step, but still enjoyed swimming and sniffing in the woods at this location. There is no sand beach, grass, or smooth water's edge, so you feel like a mountain goat climbing around on rocks....unless you sit on a rock somewhere, there's no place to lay out or sit. That being said, this is a teenager's dream swimming hole, and the forest around was great for hiking. There are more than one set of falls here also. The biggest is at the top, but if you follow the water's edge through the woods, you will come to other, smaller pools and falls...all with the same "rockiness". We liked this place so much, that we went twice. Everyone we met there was more than friendly, and the water was fine!
To get here, follow Buttermilk Falls Road to the end and park your car. The trail is not marked, but can easily be found...plus you'll hear the falls, and know where to go! My suggestion would be to wear water shoes to protect your feet, its REALLY rocky and slippery!
To get here, follow Buttermilk Falls Road to the end and park your car. The trail is not marked, but can easily be found...plus you'll hear the falls, and know where to go! My suggestion would be to wear water shoes to protect your feet, its REALLY rocky and slippery!
Written July 27, 2011
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Do you think moderately good health 60 year olds can mange the hike here? Is it a long hike to the falls? how is the terrain?
Thanks
Written July 6, 2021
Yes its very easy access, Park along Buttermilk fall road walk down to the right and you will be rewarded with gently flowing pools in that you cansit in to cool off See you there.
Written July 9, 2021
nybred1126
Brownsville, Vermont
Can you tell me the best way to get to watering/swimming hole with children? Coming from Brownsville VT
Written July 6, 2018
There is parking along Buttermilk Falls Rd. Enter at the trail head. If you follow trail in then stay to the right there are some nice areas for kids near the middle and lower falls.
Written July 6, 2018
Yes, we saw lots of dogs with their owners. our grandkids were getting a kick out of all the different dogs they saw. The youngest granddaughter would ask after each encounter, can we buy it and take it home.. 4 years old and cute as a button
Written July 25, 2017
Are there any places along the trail that would be nice to stop for a picnic, perhaps at one of the falls?
Written February 27, 2017
It's not really a picnic destination. Better to hike the falls and then drive 5 minutes to Okemo mountain and picnic on the slopes. In fact, if you want to have a picnic/hiking day, drive to the top of the clock tower base at Okemo, park, then hike up to the fire tower. It's a short hike. The views at the top are glorious and there's a ton of empty field space for picnics. Buttermilk is very woodsy and the terrain is uneven. I love it but I wouldn't eat there.
Written March 4, 2017
you could wade through the streams and see the falls but no area to jump in
Written February 28, 2017
Buttermilk Falls Road is directly across 103 from the access road to Jackson Gore. Drive to the end of the road and then you can't miss it.
Written August 23, 2015
How long does it take to walk to the falls?
Written July 31, 2015
It depends on where you park and whether you want to go to the upper, middle, or lower falls. If you want to go to the upper falls, park farther up the road and it will only be an easy 5 minute walk. If you want to go to the lower falls, you can park closer and it's still an easy 5-10 minute walk. Have fun!
Written August 1, 2015
Is the hike doable for a 3 year-old? And a stroller? How long is it about?
Written July 18, 2015
Yes, a 3 year old could do this, but a stroller might be a struggle. You're going down a well beaten path but you are stepping over stones etc. to get down there....
Written August 23, 2015
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