Waterfall Hikes Near Providence, RI

1,290,271 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Providence sits at the head of Narragansett Bay on a low, glacially sculpted coastal plain where tidal rivers, estuaries and occasional rocky gorges meet rolling drumlin hills and urban parks. Within 50 miles, waterfall hikes range from short roadside cascades and easy forest walks through old-growth pockets and suburban parks to moderate canyon scrambles and steeper trails near historic mill sites. The mix of coastal tidal influence, mill-era landscapes and glacial landforms gives hikers varied terrain and easy access.

Located at 41.8230°N, -71.4187°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Providence

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Providence have live flow data today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Low Pawtucket Falls Low Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Shetucket Falls Moderate The Cascade Low Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Mon 84°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Partly Sunny
Wed 92°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Providence

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 337 cfs 70th percentile
  2. 2 Sutton Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 30th percentile
  3. 3 Horseshoe Falls Low · 50 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Low · 161 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Quinebaug Falls Low · 25 cfs 16th percentile
  6. 6 Yantic Falls Low · 25 cfs 16th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Providence (5 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

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Providence (5 waterfalls)

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

Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Providence

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

42.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

18.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

48 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

24.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

42.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Providence

Are there free waterfalls near Providence?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Providence, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Providence?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Providence, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Providence?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Providence, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Providence?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Providence, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Providence?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Providence?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Providence have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Providence?

The closest waterfall to Providence is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 4.1 miles away.

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