Waterfall Hikes Near Chelsea, MA

39,890 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chelsea? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chelsea. 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 42.3959°N, -71.0325°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chelsea

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Chelsea is flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Low Packers Falls Strong Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Low Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Low The Cascade Low Sutton Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 78°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Chelsea

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Packers Falls Strong · 303 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 8300 cfs 62nd percentile
  3. 3 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 29th percentile
  4. 4 Sutton Falls Moderate · 54 cfs 26th percentile
  5. 5 Hampton Falls Low · 6 cfs 21st percentile
  6. 6 Pawtucket Falls Low · 165 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Chelsea (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

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chelsea (4 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Chelsea

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

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

Hampton Falls

31.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

42.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Sutton Falls

48 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chelsea

Are there free waterfalls near Chelsea?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Chelsea, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Chelsea?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chelsea?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Chelsea, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chelsea?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Chelsea, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chelsea?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Chelsea?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Chelsea have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Chelsea?

The closest waterfall to Chelsea is Danforth Falls, approximately 23.7 miles away.

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