Waterfall Hikes Near Ashaway, RI

1,662 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ashaway? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ashaway. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.4260°N, -71.7852°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ashaway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Ashaway have live flow data today

Albion Falls Barely Flowing Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing The Cascade Low Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 72°F

Sat 75°F Sunny
Sun 75°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 75°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 72°F Sunny Best
Wed 75°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 78°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 75°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Ashaway

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Stepstone Falls Moderate · 19 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Sutton Falls Moderate · 51 cfs 44th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Low · 7 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 Albion Falls Barely Flowing · 108 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing · 108 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing · 121 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ashaway (5 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

29.8 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

46.8 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ashaway (8 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

21.4 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

47.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Ashaway

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

7.8 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

21.4 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

47.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

29.8 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

46.8 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

48.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

11.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

30 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

18.3 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

17.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

16.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

14.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ashaway

Are there free waterfalls near Ashaway?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Ashaway, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ashaway?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Ashaway, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ashaway?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ashaway, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ashaway?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ashaway, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ashaway?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ashaway is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Ashaway?

The tallest waterfall near Ashaway is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ashaway?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Ashaway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ashaway?

The closest waterfall to Ashaway is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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