Waterfall Hikes Near Gardner, MA

21,090 residents
New_York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gardner? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gardner. 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 42.5845°N, -71.9868°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gardner

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

20 of 24 waterfalls near Gardner are flowing strongly today

Beaver Brook Falls Roaring Fay Falls Roaring Chapel Falls Strong Danforth Falls Moderate Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Gages Falls Roaring Saxtons River Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Garvin Falls Roaring Great Falls Roaring Greggs Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Roaring Purgatory Falls Roaring Woonsocket Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Roaring Wicassic Falls Roaring Wallamanumps Falls Roaring Turners Falls Roaring The Cascades Roaring The Cascade Strong Sutton Falls Strong South Hadley Falls Strong

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tod 51°F Patchy Fog
Sat 73°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Sun 79°F Sunny
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Thu 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gardner (6 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.

The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gardner (14 waterfalls)

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

Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

36.4 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
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

42 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

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

Turners Falls

26.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Gardner

Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

36.4 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
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

42 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

45.4 miles away
Massachusetts
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
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
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

47.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

48.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 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
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

34.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Greggs Falls

New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

25.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

31.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

17.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gages Falls

0.9 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gardner

Are there free waterfalls near Gardner?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Gardner, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gardner?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Gardner, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gardner?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gardner, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardner?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gardner, including Beaver Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gardner?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gardner is Beaver Brook Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gardner?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gardner?

Yes, 22 waterfalls near Gardner have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gardner?

The closest waterfall to Gardner is Doane Falls, approximately 12.2 miles away.

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