Waterfall Hikes Near Framingham, MA

71,805 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Framingham? There are 13 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

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Framingham have live flow data today

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

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 83°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Areas Of Smoke then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Sunny Best
Mon 84°F Sunny
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 86°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 84°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Framingham

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Greggs Falls Low · 25 cfs 16th percentile
  2. 2 Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing · 1580 cfs 5th percentile
  3. 3 Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing · 154 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Albion Falls Barely Flowing · 145 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing · 145 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing · 15 cfs 2nd 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

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

Albion Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

26.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Framingham (6 waterfalls)

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

The Cascade

21.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Framingham

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 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
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

18.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Sutton Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

28.2 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

Greggs Falls

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

Stepstone Falls

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

Doane Falls

39.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Framingham

Are there free waterfalls near Framingham?

There are 10 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 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Framingham, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Framingham?

There are 9 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, 11 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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