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

21 waterfalls near Fitchburg have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Fri 100°F Sunny
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Fitchburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Garvin Falls Moderate · 73 cfs 34th percentile
  2. 2 Albion Falls Low · 143 cfs 21st percentile
  3. 3 Woonsocket Falls Low · 143 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Sutton Falls Low · 49 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Wallamanumps Falls Low · 291 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Sewalls Falls Low · 261 cfs 11th percentile

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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

24.9 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

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

Purgatory Falls

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

Doane Falls

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

Spirit Falls

34.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Fitchburg

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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