Waterfall Hikes Near Hanscom AFB, MA

1,784 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Hanscom AFB? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Hanscom AFB. 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 42.4582°N, -71.2793°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hanscom AFB

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Hanscom AFB have live flow data today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Doane Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Garvin Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Barely Flowing Packers 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 Low Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 97°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Hanscom AFB

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 Moderate · 158 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Woonsocket Falls Moderate · 158 cfs 29th percentile
  4. 4 Sutton Falls Low · 49 cfs 20th percentile
  5. 5 Packers Falls Low · 227 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Danforth Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 5th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hanscom AFB (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.

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

11.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

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

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hanscom AFB (8 waterfalls)

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

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Hanscom AFB

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

11.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

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

Danforth Falls

24.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

42.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

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

Steeles Falls

31.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

48 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
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

31.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

6.8 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
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hanscom AFB

Are there free waterfalls near Hanscom AFB?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Hanscom AFB, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hanscom AFB?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hanscom AFB?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hanscom AFB, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hanscom AFB?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hanscom AFB, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hanscom AFB?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hanscom AFB?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Hanscom AFB have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hanscom AFB?

The closest waterfall to Hanscom AFB is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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