The Cataracts
Maine · height not recorded · Last verified 2026-05-15
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The Cataracts is a waterfall in Oxford County, Maine. Height has not been officially recorded. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cataracts (this page) | — | — | — | — | — |
| Dunn Falls | 2 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Screw Auger Falls | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Mother Walker Falls | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Silver Ripple Cascade | 7 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Ellis Falls | 8 mi | — | — | — | — |
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How far is The Cataracts from a major city?
The Cataracts is 16 miles from Rumford (about 23 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
44.6387, -70.8604
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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