Waterfall Hikes Near Northampton, MA

28,245 residents
New York Time Zone
38 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northampton? There are 38 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northampton. 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 42.3266°N, -72.6745°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northampton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

38 of 38 gauged

38 waterfalls near Northampton have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Beaver Brook Falls Barely Flowing Fay Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Gages Falls Barely Flowing Saxtons River Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Sokoki Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Hamilton Falls Low Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing The Cascade Barely Flowing Sutton Falls Low South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 81°F

Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Sunny
Sat 81°F Sunny Best
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 85°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Northampton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 The Cascades Moderate · 4560 cfs 55th percentile
  2. 2 Turners Falls Moderate · 4560 cfs 55th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Moderate · 2460 cfs 40th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 60 cfs 36th percentile
  5. 5 Hamilton Falls Low · 63 cfs 17th percentile
  6. 6 Sutton Falls Low · 71 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northampton (6 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.

South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

17.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

18.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northampton (29 waterfalls)

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

Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

21 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 38 Waterfalls Near Northampton

South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

17.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

18.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

21 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

43.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Windsor Jambs

49 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

30.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

45.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

33.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

31.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lulu Cascade

41.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

49.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

40.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

1.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

20.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

44.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

39.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northampton

Are there free waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 27 free waterfalls near Northampton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northampton?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Northampton, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northampton?

There are 29 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northampton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 31 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northampton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Northampton, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northampton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Northampton is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Northampton?

The tallest waterfall near Northampton is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northampton?

Yes, 28 waterfalls near Northampton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northampton?

The closest waterfall to Northampton is South Hadley Falls, approximately 8.6 miles away.

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