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Champney Falls

📍 Albany, NH🥾 Trail length not published🎟 White Mountain National Forest parking pass required (fee site)

Waterfall in White Mountains, accessible via a moderate route.

DirectionsOfficial site

Getting there

moderate

White Mountain National Forest parking pass required (fee site)

Conditions

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Our take

Champney Falls is located in White Mountains near Albany. This waterfall requires a moderate hike to reach.

This waterfall is managed by U.S. Forest Service — White Mountain National Forest (Saco Ranger District). There is a day-use fee: White Mountain National Forest parking pass required (fee site).

Before visiting, check with the managing agency for current trail conditions and any seasonal closures. Official websites and contact information are available through the state parks and forest service pages linked in this guide.

Planning your visit

Best time to go

Spring through fall offer the best conditions for waterfall viewing.

Who it suits

Good for

  • waterfall viewing
  • moderate hiking
  • scenic photography

Skip it if

Skip if you prefer roadside access or very short walks only.

Common questions

Is there a fee to visit Champney Falls?

White Mountain National Forest parking pass required (fee site)

How do I get to Champney Falls?

The managing agency's page (linked below) has the current trailhead and route details — round-trip distance wasn't published when we checked.

Champney Falls in White Mountains

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Quick facts

HeightNot published
TrailNot published
Difficultymoderate
Fee / permitWhite Mountain National Forest parking pass required (fee site)
Managing agencyU.S. Forest Service — White Mountain National Forest (Saco Ranger District)
DogsNot published
SwimmingNot published
ADA accessNot published
CountyCarroll
RegionWhite Mountains
Official pageView source ↗

Source

fs.usda.gov

USFS WMNF recreation-site page, checked Sep 2026; official page notes access to Champney and Pitcher Falls via trails toward Mt. Chocorua; no closure alert found on WMNF alerts page

Checked September 2026.