Waterfall Hikes Near Lowell, MA

114,737 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lowell? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lowell. 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 42.6389°N, -71.3217°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lowell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

18 of 19 waterfalls near Lowell are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Roaring Woonsocket Falls Roaring Danforth Falls Strong Doane Falls Roaring Royalston Falls Roaring Spirit Falls Roaring Garvin Falls Roaring Greggs Falls Roaring Hampton Falls Roaring Packers Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Roaring Purgatory Falls Roaring Sewalls Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Roaring Wicassic Falls Roaring The Cascade Strong Sutton Falls Strong Steeles Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Lowell

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Packers Falls Roaring · 266 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 299 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Sewalls Falls Roaring · 241 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Steeles Falls Roaring · 626 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Garvin Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 99th percentile
  6. 6 Greggs Falls Roaring · 527 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lowell (5 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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lowell (10 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
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

47.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Lowell

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
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Danforth Falls

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

Steeles Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

47.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Greggs Falls

6.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

31.8 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
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

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

Packers Falls

17.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

34.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 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
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

The Cascade

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

Royalston Falls

33.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

48 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lowell

Are there free waterfalls near Lowell?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Lowell, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lowell?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Lowell, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lowell?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowell?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lowell, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lowell?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lowell?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lowell?

Yes, 15 waterfalls near Lowell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lowell?

The closest waterfall to Lowell is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 0.8 miles away.

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