Waterfall Hikes Near Marlborough, MA

41,391 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Marlborough? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Marlborough. 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 42.3494°N, -71.5468°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Marlborough

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

16 waterfalls near Marlborough have live flow data today

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

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 99°F

Aft 82°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 89°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Marlborough

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 8300 cfs 62nd percentile
  2. 2 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 328 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Greggs Falls Moderate · 236 cfs 42nd percentile
  4. 4 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 29th percentile
  5. 5 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 112 cfs 27th percentile
  6. 6 Doane Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 26th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Marlborough (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

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 Marlborough (8 waterfalls)

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

The Cascade

42.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near Marlborough

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

24.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

The Cascade

42.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

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

Sutton Falls

48 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 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
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
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

33.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Marlborough

Are there free waterfalls near Marlborough?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Marlborough, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Marlborough?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Marlborough?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Marlborough?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Marlborough?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Marlborough?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Marlborough?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Marlborough have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Marlborough?

The closest waterfall to Marlborough is Danforth Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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