Waterfall Hikes Near Malden, MA

65,463 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Malden? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Malden. 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 42.4305°N, -71.0576°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Malden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Malden have live flow data today

Albion Falls Barely Flowing Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Barely Flowing Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Low Purgatory Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Wicassic Falls Moderate The Cascade Low Sutton Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 78°F

Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Sunny Best
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 76°F Chance Rain Showers
Wed 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Malden

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 1270 cfs 63rd percentile
  2. 2 Wicassic Falls Moderate · 74 cfs 47th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Low · 4 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Low · 143 cfs 18th percentile
  5. 5 Danforth Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Sutton Falls Barely Flowing · 40 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Malden (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

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

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

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Malden

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

36.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

41.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

Steeles Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

34.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Malden

Are there free waterfalls near Malden?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Malden?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Malden?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Malden?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Malden, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Malden?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Malden?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Malden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Malden?

The closest waterfall to Malden is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 22.1 miles away.

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