Waterfall Hikes Near Methuen Town, MA

52,812 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Methuen Town? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Methuen Town. 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 42.7340°N, -71.1889°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Methuen Town

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

1 of 14 waterfalls near Methuen Town is flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Garvin Falls Low Greggs Falls Moderate Hampton Falls Moderate Orris Falls Barely Flowing Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Strong Purgatory Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 80°F

Sun 80°F Sunny Best
Mon 83°F Sunny
Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Methuen Town

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 1690 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Greggs Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 70th percentile
  3. 3 Wicassic Falls Moderate · 129 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 Hampton Falls Moderate · 7 cfs 67th percentile
  5. 5 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 38 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 50th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Methuen Town (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

26.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Methuen Town (7 waterfalls)

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

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Packers Falls

16.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

37.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Methuen Town

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

18.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Hampton Falls

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

Packers Falls

16.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

38.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Danforth Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

43.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

1.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Orris Falls

30.1 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

22.3 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

21.8 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Methuen Town

Are there free waterfalls near Methuen Town?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Methuen Town, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Methuen Town?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Methuen Town?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Methuen Town, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Methuen Town?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Methuen Town?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Methuen Town?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Methuen Town have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Methuen Town?

The closest waterfall to Methuen Town is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 9.8 miles away.

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