Moss Glen Falls in Stowe VT

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Looking to see a stunning New England waterfall that doesn’t involve a long hike? Moss Glen Falls is a must see waterfall that’s located in Stowe, Vermont. This 85 foot waterfall is the tallest waterfall in Vermont!

moss glen falls in stowe vt.

Getting There

If you’re visiting the Stowe area, this waterfall is an absolute must-see. This stunning waterfall is located just five minutes from the historic village of Stowe. The parking lot and trail head for the falls is located a half mile into Moss Glen Falls Road. It is free to park and access the trail.

moss glen falls sign.
Moss Glen Falls sign in the parking parking area where the trail begins.

The Short Hike To Moss Glen Falls

The best part about this waterfall is it’s a short, easy hike to the falls! The trail begins by taking you through some wetlands along a stream on a nice boardwalk. As I walked along, I saw plenty of plants and some evidence of beavers, which are extremely common in Vermont.

Once you get past this part, you’ll be able to actually walk along the brook. From this spot, you’ll be able to catch a glimpse of the bottom of the falls going into the brook below.

bottom of moss glen falls and the brook below.
Views from the bottom of Moss Glen Falls by the brook it falls into.

After this, you start the very short decent to the first viewing point of the waterfall. The first viewing point gives you the best view of the waterfall straight on. There is a rope for safety because the slippery rocks along the edge are a safety hazard. It’s best to stay behind the rope if you’re an inexperienced hiker without proper gear.

view of moss glen falls from the front.

You can continue up a trail that goes along the gorge past this particular viewing point. As you continue to climb up, you’ll get different views of the waterfall from the side. When the trees have leaves in the spring and summer, it makes some of these views more difficult to see.

view of moss glen falls from the side.

But, even if you can’t see the waterfall through the trees, you might be able to get a great view of the mountains in the distance. I went in the spring and I was able to catch a glimpse of the sun setting just above the mountains. The elevation gives you a great vantage point!

view of sun setting over mountains from the falls trail.
View of the mountains from further up the trail.

Why visit Moss Glen Falls in Stowe VT

Moss Glen Falls Stowe is one of Vermont’s waterfalls that you definitely shouldn’t skip on your next visit. This breath-taking waterfall is worth the visit because it’s the tallest waterfall in Vermont and because it’s so accessible!

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