Waterfall Hikes Near Framingham, MA

71,805 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Framingham? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Framingham. 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 42.3085°N, -71.4368°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Framingham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

15 waterfalls near Framingham have live flow data today

Albion Falls Barely Flowing Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing Danforth Falls Moderate Doane Falls Barely Flowing Garvin Falls Barely Flowing Greggs Falls Low Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing Purgatory Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Wicassic Falls Barely Flowing The Cascade Barely Flowing Sutton Falls Barely Flowing Stepstone Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 76°F Sunny
Sun 74°F Patchy Fog
Mon 75°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 70°F Sunny Best
Wed 79°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Fri 76°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Framingham

Updated 33 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Danforth Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 57th percentile
  3. 3 Stepstone Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 45th percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 1210 cfs 33rd percentile
  5. 5 Wildcat Falls Low · 34 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Greggs Falls Low · 17 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Framingham (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

34.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

21.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Framingham (7 waterfalls)

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

The Cascade

16.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Framingham

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

34.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

18.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

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

Pawtucket Falls

21.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

30 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

12.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Garvin Falls

21.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

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

Doane Falls

34.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

47.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Framingham

Are there free waterfalls near Framingham?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Framingham, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Framingham?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Framingham?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Framingham, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Framingham?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Framingham, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Framingham?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Framingham?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Framingham have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Framingham?

The closest waterfall to Framingham is Danforth Falls, approximately 10.8 miles away.

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