Waterfall Hikes Near Peabody, MA

54,204 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Peabody? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Peabody. 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 42.5335°N, -70.9725°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Peabody

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

5 of 14 waterfalls near Peabody are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Danforth Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Low Hampton Falls Strong Orris Falls Moderate Packers Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Strong Pawtucket Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Roaring Wicassic Falls Roaring The Cascade Roaring Steeles Falls Moderate

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 69°F

Aft 69°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 78°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Sunny
Sat 73°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Peabody

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Purgatory Falls Roaring · 39 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Wildcat Falls Roaring · 39 cfs 98th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Roaring · 15 cfs 98th percentile
  4. 4 Wicassic Falls Roaring · 69 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Hampton Falls Strong · 0 cfs 89th percentile
  6. 6 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 1360 cfs 82nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Peabody (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

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

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

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Peabody

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Hampton Falls waterfall

Hampton Falls

41.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

36.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

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

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Orris Falls

47.3 miles away
Maine
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Steeles Falls waterfall

Steeles Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

34.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Greggs Falls

44.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Peabody

Are there free waterfalls near Peabody?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Peabody, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Peabody?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Peabody, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Peabody?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Peabody, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Peabody?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Peabody, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Peabody?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Peabody?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Peabody have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Peabody?

The closest waterfall to Peabody is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 20.7 miles away.

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