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Arethusa Falls Rd, Hart's Location (494242) (11924506313)📷 Robert Linsdell from St. Andrews, Canada, CC BY 2.0

Arethusa Falls

Hart’s Location, NH

Nature

One of New Hampshire’s tallest waterfalls, about 140 feet, reached by a 1.5-mile trail from US-302 in Crawford Notch State Park. The lower lot is small; there is a second lot up the side road.

Nearest town
Hart’s Location, NH
Category
Nature & parks
GPS
44.1476, -71.3693

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Campsites nearby

  • Big Rock CampgroundCampsite
    12 mi from Arethusa Falls
    Toilets
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Along the River Campground & CabinsCampsite
    13 mi from Arethusa Falls
    Wi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Beech Hill Campground and CabinsCampsite
    13 mi from Arethusa Falls
    ElectricityShowersToiletsWaste disposal
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Twin Mountain / Mt. Washington KOA HolidayMotorhome stopover
    14 mi from Arethusa Falls
    MotorhomesElectricityWaste disposalWi-Fi
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Dolly Copp CampgroundCampsite
    15 mi from Arethusa Falls
    TentsCaravans
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip
  • Jefferson CampgroundCampsite
    17 mi from Arethusa Falls
    ElectricityDrinking waterShowersDogs allowed
    WebsiteOSMAdd to trip

All campsites in New Hampshire · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Arethusa Falls?

Arethusa Falls is in Hart’s Location, NH, at GPS 44.1476, -71.3693. It is about 14 mi from North Conway.

Can you camp near Arethusa Falls?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Dry River Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 72 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Arethusa Falls?

Arethusa Falls is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: White Mountain notches: Mount Washington to Franconia.

What is there to see near Arethusa Falls?

Places worth a stop nearby: Mount Washington Cog Railway (9 mi), Glen Ellis Falls (9 mi), Jackson Village (9 mi) and Sabbaday Falls – Kancamagus Highway (11 mi).

When is the best time to visit Arethusa Falls?

The most pleasant months are usually June and August–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)