Waterfall Hikes Near Misquamicut, RI

379 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Misquamicut? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Misquamicut. 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 41.3237°N, -71.8220°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Misquamicut

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

2 of 13 waterfalls near Misquamicut are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Wadsworth Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Strong Stepstone Falls Roaring

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 79°F

Wed 79°F Sunny Best
Thu 79°F Partly Sunny
Fri 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 77°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 82°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Misquamicut

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stepstone Falls Roaring · 32 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 374 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 182 cfs 68th percentile
  4. 4 Wadsworth Falls Moderate · 71 cfs 68th percentile
  5. 5 Albion Falls Moderate · 156 cfs 67th percentile
  6. 6 Quinebaug Falls Moderate · 87 cfs 67th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Misquamicut (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.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Misquamicut (7 waterfalls)

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

Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Misquamicut

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

48.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

45.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

40.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

39.9 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

39.4 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

40.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Misquamicut

Are there free waterfalls near Misquamicut?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Misquamicut, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Misquamicut?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Misquamicut?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Misquamicut, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Misquamicut?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Misquamicut, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Misquamicut?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Misquamicut?

The tallest waterfall near Misquamicut is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Misquamicut?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Misquamicut have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Misquamicut?

The closest waterfall to Misquamicut is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 14.3 miles away.

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