Waterfall Hikes Near Methuen Town, MA

52,812 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Methuen Town? There are 17 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

17 of 17 gauged

2 of 17 waterfalls near Methuen Town are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Danforth Falls Moderate Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Garvin Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Barely Flowing Orris Falls Low Packers Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Roaring Purgatory Falls Moderate Sewalls Falls Roaring Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Barely Flowing Steeles Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 66°F

Sun 71°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 74°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 66°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 77°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Methuen Town

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Pawtucket Falls Roaring · 1930 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Sewalls Falls Roaring · 27 cfs 95th percentile
  3. 3 Garvin Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Wildcat Falls Moderate · 40 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 58th percentile
  6. 6 Danforth Falls Moderate · 4 cfs 43rd 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

21.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Methuen Town (10 waterfalls)

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

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

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

Packers Falls

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

Steeles Falls

47.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Methuen Town

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

21.3 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

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

Hampton Falls

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

Packers Falls

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

Steeles Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

12.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Danforth Falls

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

Garvin Falls

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

Sewalls Falls

33.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

49.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Orris Falls

9.6 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

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

Albion Falls

23.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

18.3 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 14 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 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Methuen Town, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Methuen Town?

There are 12 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.

How tall are the waterfalls near Methuen Town?

The tallest waterfall near Methuen Town is Royalston Falls at 45 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Methuen Town?

Yes, 12 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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