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

1 of 11 waterfalls near Providence is flowing strongly today

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

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 88°F

Wed 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 90°F Sunny
Fri 88°F Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Providence

Updated 38 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Danforth Falls Strong · 3 cfs 76th percentile
  2. 2 Sutton Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 8th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing · 298 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 The Cascade Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Albion Falls Barely Flowing · 179 cfs 3rd percentile
  6. 6 Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing · 179 cfs 3rd 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

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

Albion Falls

46.6 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

16.9 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Providence

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Albion Falls

46.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Stepstone Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

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

Sutton Falls

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

Danforth Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

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

Yantic Falls

24.6 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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