Right now
Status note (Nov 8, 2026): Open, as far as we can tell (Nov 8, 2026). Stowe Land Trust says Bingham Falls is open to the public. We found no closure notice. The park's listed season ended on the second Monday in October. What the status labels mean
Bingham Falls is part of Smugglers' Notch State Park near Stowe, Vermont. Stowe Land Trust calls it one of the most popular waterfall hikes in the state. The walk down is about a quarter-mile, steeper at the bottom and often wet. Parking is at two paved pull-offs on Route 108. A fall into the gorge can be fatal.
About Bingham Falls
Bingham Falls is part of Smugglers' Notch State Park, per Stowe Land Trust. The trust lists the property at 72 acres, conserved in 2001, on Route 108 in Stowe.
Stowe Land Trust says Bingham Falls "has quickly become one of the most popular waterfall hikes in Vermont due to its easy access, impressive geology, and photographic nature."
Vermont State Parks says the park was relocated in 2003, and its new campground gives "easy access to Bingham Falls."
We found no official height for the falls, so we list none.
About our map pin
Our map pin is a USGS GNIS point for Bingham Falls in Lamoille County. We have no trailhead pin; use the Route 108 directions below.
Nearby, Moss Glen Falls is another Stowe falls on this site. In southern Vermont, see Lye Brook Falls.
Getting there and parking
Stowe Land Trust says Bingham Falls is reached from Route 108 (Mountain Road), 6.4 miles west of the Route 100/108 intersection in Stowe village.
Parking is at two paved pull-offs on either side of the road. You can also reach the falls through the Stowe Land Trust Mill Trail Property.
The Notch road in winter
Vermont State Parks says the winding road through Smugglers' Notch "closes during the winter." Its pages do not say whether the closure affects the Bingham Falls pull-offs.
Fees
Vermont State Parks lists day-use admission of $5 per adult, $2 per child (4-13) and free for ages 0-3. It says day-use fees apply at Smugglers' Notch. None of the pages we read says whether that covers Bingham Falls.
Contact
Smugglers' Notch State Park: 6443 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT 05672, 802-253-4014 in the operating season. Vermont State Parks: 1-888-409-7579.
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Bingham Falls trail: a short, steep walk into the gorge
"The hike itself is only about a quarter-mile down to the falls," Stowe Land Trust says. "It is steeper at the bottom and often can be wet and slippery."
The trust highly recommends proper hiking shoes with good tread.
The gorge edge
"Certain sections of trail traverse close to the edge of the gorge," the trust says. Many of these sections are roped off.
It asks that everyone, especially children, "stay far away from these edges," and warns: "A fall into the gorge can be fatal."
Dogs
Vermont State Parks says pets are permitted at the park and asks visitors to clean up after them. Stowe Land Trust lists dog walking among public uses at Bingham Falls.
Accessibility
We found no official accessibility information. Stowe Land Trust says the path is steeper at the bottom and often wet and slippery.
When to visit
Vermont State Parks lists the park's season as the third weekend in May through the second Monday in October. Its map guide says mid May to late October.
Winter
Stowe Land Trust lists Nordic skiing and snowshoeing among public uses at Bingham Falls. Vermont State Parks says the road through the Notch closes in winter, so check access first.
Bears
Vermont State Parks says black bears are active daily at Smugglers' Notch State Park. Store food securely if you camp there.
Status checks
On Nov 8, 2026, we found no closure notice for Bingham Falls on the pages we read. Call 1-888-409-7579 to confirm conditions outside the park season.
| Trail | Stowe Land Trust says the hike is "only about a quarter-mile down to the falls." It adds that the bottom is steeper and "often can be wet and slippery." Some sections run close to the edge of the gorge |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | No official rating. We call it moderate: Stowe Land Trust says the short walk is steeper at the bottom and often wet and slippery |
| Entry fee | Vermont State Parks lists day-use admission of $5 per adult and $2 per child (4-13), and says day-use fees apply at Smugglers' Notch. None of the pages we read says whether that applies at Bingham Falls. |
| Permit / reservation | No permit listed. Vermont State Parks says day-use fees apply at Smugglers' Notch State Park |
| Parking | Two paved pull-offs on Route 108 |
| Dogs | Vermont State Parks says pets are permitted at Smugglers' Notch State Park; clean up after them. Stowe Land Trust lists dog walking among public uses at Bingham Falls |
| Swimming | No official rule found. Stowe Land Trust warns that a fall into the gorge can be fatal |
| Wheelchair / stroller | No official accessibility information found. Stowe Land Trust says the path is steeper at the bottom and often wet and slippery |
| Best time to visit | No official best month. Vermont State Parks lists the park season as the third weekend in May through the second Monday in October |
| Crowds | Stowe Land Trust calls it "one of the most popular waterfall hikes in Vermont" |
| Managed by | Vermont State Parks (Smugglers' Notch State Park); conserved with Stowe Land Trust |
Safety and swimming
Stay far from the gorge edge. Stowe Land Trust warns: "A fall into the gorge can be fatal."
Keep everyone, especially children, far from the gorge edges, as the trust asks. Many edge sections are roped off.
Wear hiking shoes with good tread. The trust says the bottom of the trail is steeper and often wet and slippery.
In an emergency, call 911. Our waterfall safety guide has more on staying safe near falls.
Conditions change: confirm with the official source before you go.
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Bingham Falls FAQ
Is Bingham Falls open now?
As far as we can tell, yes (Nov 8, 2026). Stowe Land Trust says it is open to the public, and we found no closure notice. The park season ended in October.
How long is the hike to Bingham Falls?
Stowe Land Trust says it is only about a quarter-mile down to the falls, steeper at the bottom and often wet and slippery.
Where do you park for Bingham Falls?
At two paved pull-offs on Route 108 (Mountain Road), 6.4 miles west of the Route 100/108 intersection in Stowe village, per Stowe Land Trust.
Is there a fee at Bingham Falls?
It is not clear. Vermont State Parks says day-use fees ($5 per adult) apply at Smugglers' Notch State Park. None of the pages we read says whether that covers Bingham Falls.
Are dogs allowed at Bingham Falls?
Vermont State Parks says pets are permitted at Smugglers' Notch State Park. Stowe Land Trust lists dog walking among uses at Bingham Falls.
Is Bingham Falls dangerous?
Parts of the trail run close to the gorge edge. Stowe Land Trust warns that a fall into the gorge can be fatal.
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Sources
- Stowe Land Trust: Bingham Falls (trail, gorge warning, access, parking; page undated; read Nov 8, 2026)
- Vermont State Parks: Smugglers' Notch State Park (season, pets, fees apply, alerts; read Nov 8, 2026)
- Vermont State Parks: Fees and Passes (day-use admission; read Nov 8, 2026)
- Vermont State Parks: Smugglers' Notch State Park Map & Guide (rev. 03/2026)
- USGS GNIS: Bingham Falls, feature ID 1456426 (coordinates, Lamoille County)
Last verified Nov 8, 2026 by The Waterfall Guide editorial team. Conditions change: confirm with Vermont State Parks (Smugglers' Notch State Park); conserved with Stowe Land Trust before you go. Spotted something out of date? Report a correction.