Waterfall Hikes Near Pittsfield, MA

43,730 residents
New York Time Zone
32 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pittsfield? There are 32 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pittsfield. 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 42.4517°N, -73.2605°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pittsfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

32 of 32 gauged

1 of 32 waterfalls near Pittsfield is flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Low Campbell Falls Low Race Brook Falls Low Umpachene Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low High Falls Low Meadow Falls Low Rossman Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Cohoes Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Glen Falls Barely Flowing Kaaterskill Falls Barely Flowing Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Dickinson Falls Barely Flowing Horton Falls Barely Flowing Mine Lot Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Low Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Low Otis Falls Moderate Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Low Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Twin Cascade Low Tannery Falls Low Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate South Hadley Falls Roaring

Updated 42 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 78°F

Tod 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 70°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 76°F Rain Showers Likely
Wed 78°F Sunny Best
Thu 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Pittsfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 South Hadley Falls Roaring · 26300 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 2500 cfs 69th percentile
  3. 3 Cohoes Falls Moderate · 2500 cfs 69th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascades Moderate · 21500 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Turners Falls Moderate · 21500 cfs 66th percentile
  6. 6 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 255 cfs 57th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pittsfield (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.

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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

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

Lulu Cascade

37.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

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

Money Brook Falls

3.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Windsor Jambs

28.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

21 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Pittsfield

Lulu Cascade

37.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

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

Money Brook Falls

3.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Windsor Jambs

28.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

32.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

35.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

36.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

35.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Meadow Falls

8.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

37.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

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

High Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Dickinson Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pittsfield

Are there free waterfalls near Pittsfield?

There are 20 free waterfalls near Pittsfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pittsfield?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pittsfield?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pittsfield?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Pittsfield?

There are 4 waterfalls that allow swimming near Pittsfield, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pittsfield?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pittsfield?

The tallest waterfall near Pittsfield is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pittsfield?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Pittsfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pittsfield?

The closest waterfall to Pittsfield is Lulu Cascade, approximately 3.8 miles away.

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