Waterfall Hikes Near Newport, RI

25,087 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Newport? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Newport. 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 41.4801°N, -71.3203°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Newport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Newport have live flow data today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Low Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Low Stepstone Falls Low

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Cloudy · 75°F

Aft 75°F Mostly Cloudy Best
Mon 74°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 78°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 88°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Newport

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 319 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Low · 8 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 Quinebaug Falls Low · 27 cfs 23rd percentile
  5. 5 Yantic Falls Low · 27 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Pawtucket Falls Low · 165 cfs 21st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Newport (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.

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Newport (4 waterfalls)

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

Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Newport

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Stepstone Falls

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

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Newport

Are there free waterfalls near Newport?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Newport, including Pawtucket Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Newport?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Newport?

There are 4 dog-friendly waterfalls near Newport, including Quinebaug Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Newport, including Pawtucket Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Newport?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Newport?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Newport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Newport?

The closest waterfall to Newport is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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