Waterfall Hikes Near Northampton, MA

28,245 residents
New_York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northampton? There are 31 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

31 of 31 gauged

13 of 31 waterfalls near Northampton are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Low Campbell Falls Low Race Brook Falls Low Umpachene Falls Low Beaver Brook Falls Roaring Fay Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Chapel Falls Roaring Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Gages Falls Roaring Twin Falls Roaring Glendale Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Low Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Money Brook Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Westfield Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Roaring Twin Cascade Strong Tannery Falls Strong Turners Falls Strong The Cascades Strong The Cascade Roaring Sutton Falls Roaring South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 80°F

Fri 58°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 80°F Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Sunny
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 93°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers

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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

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

Chapel Falls

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

The Cascades

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northampton (25 waterfalls)

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

Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Turners Falls

26.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Northampton

Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

35.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

38.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

25.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

31.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Gages Falls

0.9 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

17.6 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

43.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

7.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northampton

Are there free waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 24 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 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northampton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northampton?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northampton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northampton?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Northampton, including Umpachene 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 Tannery Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northampton?

Yes, 23 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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