Outdoors NearbyBig Dog Falls
Big Dog Falls is a waterfall in New Hampshire, about 3 miles from Enfield. OpenStreetMap lists it as about 33 feet (10 m) high. You can combine the trip with Litte Dog Falls or Elizabeth Falls.
| Location | Near Enfield, New Hampshire Directions |
|---|---|
| Trail parking | Smith Pond Shaker Forest Conservation Area Trailhead Parking, about 1.1 mi from the falls straight-line distance to Big Dog Falls; the trail itself is longer Directions to the parking |
| Height | about 33 ft (10 m) |
Location and details from OpenStreetMap. Water levels rise quickly after rain upstream, so keep away from the edge.
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More waterfalls nearby
- Litte Dog Falls 13 ft · near Enfield · 1 mi Directions
- Elizabeth Falls near Alexandria · 12 mi Directions
- Sumner Falls near Windsor · 12 mi Directions
- Welton Falls near Alexandria · 14 mi Directions
- Sculptured Rocks near Rumney · 16 mi Directions
- The Chutes near Wilder · 16 mi Directions
- Pollard Mills Falls near Newport · 18 mi Directions
- Gerry's Falls near Windsor · 18 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Big Dog Falls located?
In New Hampshire, about 3 miles from Enfield, at 43.5938, -72.1342. Check trail and parking details with the park, forest or town before you set out.
Where is the trailhead for Big Dog Falls?
The closest trail parking on the map is Smith Pond Shaker Forest Conservation Area Trailhead Parking, about 1.1 miles from Big Dog Falls in a straight line. The land manager for Big Dog Falls can tell you the exact trail length.
How tall is Big Dog Falls?
About 33 feet (10 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
What other waterfalls are near Big Dog Falls?
Litte Dog Falls (1 mi), Elizabeth Falls (12 mi), Sumner Falls (12 mi) and Welton Falls (14 mi).