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

2 of 32 waterfalls near Pittsfield are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Meadow Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing 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 Strong Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Rensselaerville Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Barely Flowing Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing Turners Falls Low The Cascades Low South Hadley Falls Roaring

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 82°F Sunny
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny
Mon 70°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Tue 75°F Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Jun 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

14.8 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

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

Wahconah Falls

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

Money Brook Falls

14.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft

Windsor Jambs

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

Glendale Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 32 Waterfalls Near Pittsfield

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

29.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Cohoes Falls waterfall

Cohoes Falls

27.8 miles away
New York
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horton Falls waterfall

Horton Falls

25.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

40.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

40.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

46.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rensselaerville Falls waterfall

Rensselaerville Falls

22.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mine Lot Falls waterfall

Mine Lot Falls

21.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

4.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

48.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

1.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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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