Waterfall Hikes Near Fitchburg, MA

41,621 residents
New_York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fitchburg? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fitchburg. 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 42.5912°N, -71.8156°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fitchburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

13 of 21 waterfalls near Fitchburg are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Beaver Brook Falls Roaring Fay Falls Roaring Chapel Falls Roaring Danforth Falls Moderate Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Garvin Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Purgatory Falls Roaring Sewalls Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Roaring Wicassic Falls Roaring Wallamanumps Falls Roaring Turners Falls Roaring The Cascades Roaring The Cascade Roaring Sutton Falls Roaring

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Fri 52°F Patchy Fog
Sat 75°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 81°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fitchburg (7 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

25.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fitchburg (13 waterfalls)

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

The Cascade

45.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

20.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

47.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

48.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Fitchburg

The Cascade

45.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

25.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

20.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

47.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

48.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

27.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

38.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

18.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

21.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

26.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

7.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

37.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

40.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

26.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

34.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

25.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fitchburg

Are there free waterfalls near Fitchburg?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Fitchburg, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fitchburg?

There are 7 easy waterfall hikes near Fitchburg, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fitchburg?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fitchburg, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fitchburg?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fitchburg, including Beaver Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fitchburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Fitchburg?

The tallest waterfall near Fitchburg is Royalston Falls at 45 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fitchburg?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Fitchburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fitchburg?

The closest waterfall to Fitchburg is The Cascade, approximately 16.9 miles away.

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