Waterfall Hikes Near Cambridge, MA

117,962 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cambridge? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cambridge. 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 42.3759°N, -71.1185°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cambridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

1 of 12 waterfalls near Cambridge is flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Danforth Falls Roaring Hampton Falls Barely Flowing Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Low Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing Purgatory Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Wicassic Falls Low The Cascade Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 85°F

Aft 85°F Smoke
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 85°F Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 83°F Rain Showers
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cambridge

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Danforth Falls Roaring · 3 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 15 cfs 34th percentile
  3. 3 Wicassic Falls Low · 104 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Albion Falls Low · 135 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Woonsocket Falls Low · 135 cfs 19th percentile
  6. 6 Packers Falls Low · 22 cfs 17th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cambridge (4 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.

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

26.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

22.3 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

26.9 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Cambridge

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

26.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

18.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

22.3 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

21.8 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

26.9 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

21.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

20.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

28.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

16.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

16.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

38.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cambridge

Are there free waterfalls near Cambridge?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Cambridge, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cambridge?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Cambridge, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cambridge?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cambridge, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cambridge?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cambridge, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cambridge?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cambridge?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Cambridge have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cambridge?

The closest waterfall to Cambridge is Danforth Falls, approximately 21 miles away.

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