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Hiking in Cascade Stream Gorge Trail: trails, map and practical info

Western Mountains • Maine

Explore a dramatic gorge carved by Cascade Stream in Maine's Western Mountains near Rangeley. This 1.6 km easy trail rewards hikers with impressive waterfalls and deep pools in just 45 minutes, delivering outsized natural drama for its 91 m elevation gain.

Updated Oct 6, 2026
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2.4 km
Distance
1h15
Duration
33 m
Elevation
Difficulty
Easy
Dogs
Allowed
Recommended for :
Beginners

Ready to explore Cascade Stream Gorge Trail? Here's everything you need to know before you go!

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Photos: Manuel Velazquez — CC BY 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)

Trail description

The Cascade Stream Gorge Trail is one of western Maine's most satisfying short hikes — the kind of trail that punches well above its weight. At just 1 mile round-trip with 91 meters of elevation gain, it's rated easy-to-moderate and typically takes around 45 minutes to complete, but the gorge at its heart makes it feel like a much bigger adventure than those numbers suggest.

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Everything you need to know before you go

Where?

Address
Coplin, ME 04970, USA
GPS coordinates
44.9245667, -70.6118955
Phone
Not available

Starting Point

The cascade stream gorge trail is located in the town of Grafton Notch State Park, Maine. The park is located on Route 26, about 15 miles north of North Conway, New Hampshire.

When?

Opening hours
Monday: Open 24 hoursTuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: Open 24 hoursSaturday: Open 24 hoursSunday: Open 24 hours
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General hiking tips, to adapt to your outing.
Gear
Download the PDF checklist
Water & food
Tip: bring water
Good to know
Park rules
Dogs allowed
In an emergency
Emergency
911
GPS coordinates
44.9245667, -70.6118955

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know
Cascade Stream Gorge Trail is rated easy.
The elevation gain of Cascade Stream Gorge Trail is 33 m.
Allow about 1h15 for Cascade Stream Gorge Trail (2.4 km).
Monday: Open 24 hoursTuesday: Open 24 hoursWednesday: Open 24 hoursThursday: Open 24 hoursFriday: Open 24 hoursSaturday: Open 24 hoursSunday: Open 24 hours
Yes, dogs are allowed at Cascade Stream Gorge Trail.
The Cascade Stream Gorge Trail typically takes 1 to 2 hours to complete. The actual time may vary depending on your pace and how much time you spend enjoying the scenery along the way.
The Cascade Stream Gorge Trail has an elevation gain of 91 meters. This moderate elevation change makes it accessible to hikers of various fitness levels.
No, dogs are not allowed on the Cascade Stream Gorge Trail. This restriction helps protect the natural environment and wildlife in the area.
No, access to the Cascade Stream Gorge Trail is not free as it's located within Grafton Notch State Park. You'll need to pay the state park entrance fee to access the trail.
The Cascade Stream Gorge Trail is located in Grafton Notch State Park, Maine, on Route 26, about 15 miles north of North Conway, New Hampshire. The park is open 24 hours daily for access to the trail.
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Update : November 2026