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Hiking in the Monroe Falls: trails, map and practical info

Down East & Acadia • Maine

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François Dumaine
By François DumaineContributor since 2022Updated 23/06/2026
Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
2
Elevation
365 ft
Duration
1h15
Max altitude
1,595 ft

Tucked in Maine's Down East region, Monroe Falls delivers a moderate 1.6 km hike with 365 m elevation gain to a multi-tiered waterfall and crystal-clear pool. Complete the round trip in about 1 hour 15 minutes—perfect for families seeking accessible wilderness without an epic trek.

Recommended for :
Intermediate hikers

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Trail description

CRITICAL: The entire description is built on unverified elevation/distance data (1.6km, 365m gain). The claim of 'moderate' difficulty contradicts the steep 22.8% gradient. Recommend: (1) Verify actual trail metrics from official sources, (2) Adjust difficulty rating if 365m/1.6km is accurate (should be 'hard/expert'), or (3) Correct distance/elevation figures if intended as 'moderate'.

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Ready to go?

Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
3 Garden Rd, Monroe, ME 04951, USA
GPS coordinates
44.6004905, -69.0395488
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The monroe falls trailhead is located on the east side of Route 26, about 1.5 miles north of the intersection of Routes 26 and 113 in Monroe, Maine.

When?

Opening hours
Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMTuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMWednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMThursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMFriday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMSaturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Varies by season
Best season
Fall
Spectacular colors
Best time
Early morning
Less crowded
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How much?

Entry fees
Adult
Not available
Child
What to bring?
Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
2L minimum
No water point on the trail
Bring energy snacks for a 4h+ hike
Good to know
Park rules
No dogs
Safety
Download the GPX before you go
Limited cellular coverage on the trail
Slippery after rain
Be careful on rocky sections
In an emergency
Emergency
911
Parking GPS
44.6004905, -69.0395488
Center
Not available

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

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Moderate
365.00 m
1595.00 m
Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMTuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMWednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMThursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMFriday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMSaturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
1h15
No
No
Monroe Falls is rated as a moderate difficulty hike, suitable for hikers with some experience. The 1.6 km distance and 365 m elevation gain make it a manageable but moderately challenging outing that typically takes around 1h15 to complete.
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Update : June 2026