Middlebury Falls is a unique 20 foot waterfall on Otter Creek right in the center of this picturesque New England town. You get great views of the falls from this spot on a bridge on Main Street. You can also see the ruins of the old Powder House to the lefthand side of the falls. While they are beautiful all year round, Middlebury Falls are particularly interesting in the winter when they partially freeze over.

Vincent Reboul

December 20, 2022

Hiking

Middlebury Falls is a rather unusual urban waterfall. Take the opportunity to take a tour of the city. Middlebury is one of the most attractive small towns in Vermont, full of shops, art galleries and highly rated restaurants.

Jamie S.

June 25, 2025

Road cycling

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#1.

Downtown Middlebury Walk

792m

00:13

10m

Enjoy an easy 0.5-mile walk through downtown Middlebury, featuring views of Otter Creek and the historic Middlebury Falls.

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#2.

Trail Around Middlebury

27.3km

07:19

320m

The Trail Around Middlebury is a difficult 17.0-mile hike with 1042 feet of elevation gain, offering diverse scenery around Middlebury, Verm

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#3.

Trail Around Middlebury

16.0km

04:24

260m

Hike the moderate 10.0-mile Trail Around Middlebury, gaining 845 feet in elevation through diverse landscapes and past Middlebury Falls.

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Elevation 110 m

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Location: Middlebury, Addison County, Vermont, United States

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