The area is named after the Roman goddess of the hunt and the moon, Diana.
A sawmill operated at the site in the late 1800s, utilizing the water power of Lucy Brook.
The rock pools were formed by glacial scouring and subsequent water erosion over thousands of years.
The trail leading to the baths follows an old logging road, explaining its relatively gentle incline.
Lucy Brook, which feeds the baths, originates from the slopes of Mount Langdon.
Diana's Baths consists of a series of cascading waterfalls and rock pools along Lucy Brook in the White Mountain National Forest. The site features a total vertical drop of approximately 75 feet across various rock formations. Visitors access the cascades via a relatively flat, 0.6-mile gravel trail starting from the main parking area. The area is managed by the USDA Forest Service as part of the White Mountain National Forest recreation system. The rock formations allow for wading in shallow pools during low-water periods. The site is a historically significant location that once supported a sawmill operation in the late 19th century.
The lower main pool area provides the widest panoramic view of the cascading water steps.
Wear water shoes or sturdy sandals with grip to navigate the slippery, uneven rock surfaces safely.
Bring bug spray, as black flies and mosquitoes are prevalent in this forest environment during warmer months.
Pack out all trash, as there are no waste receptacles at the cascades themselves.
Attempting to swim or climb during high-water events or heavy rainfall when currents become dangerous; parking outside designated lots which may lead to towing.
The area remains accessible year-round, though the parking lot is not regularly plowed during heavy winter snow events.
Stay on marked trails to prevent soil erosion; respect 'pack-in, pack-out' principles; do not disturb the natural rock pools with heavy stones.
