Glen Ellis Falls, Pinkham Notch on Route 16
Torrents of white water plunge 64 feet to the broad deep green pool basin (sorry no swimming). Take a few minutes to read the signs describing the geology and history of this area. Take Route 16 toward Pinkham Notch and turn off to falls 0.7 miles south of the notch. This is the parking area for the Glen Boulder and Wildcat Ridge Trails. Take the tunnel under the highway and turn right to reach the falls. Easy 0.2 walk.
Crystal Cascade, Pinkham Notch
There are few places as iconic in Mt. Washington Valley as Tuckerman Ravine, especially in the spring. While adventurers climb the Tuckerman Ravine Trail seeking the last thrilling spring ski run, tamer thrill seekers should take a short detour off the trail to discover the dramatic two-tiered waterfall. A 60-foot wall of water drops from the top and then plunges 20-feet before ending at the river that makes a 90 degree turn at the bottom. Park at the AMC Pinkham Notch Camp and walk along the path on the left of the Trading Post (Tuckerman Ravine Trail). You’ll find the falls just 0.3 miles ahead.