Waterfall Hikes Near South Ashburnham, MA

1,049 residents
New York Time Zone
28 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Ashburnham? There are 28 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Ashburnham. 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 42.6138°N, -71.9384°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Ashburnham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

28 of 28 gauged

28 waterfalls near South Ashburnham have live flow data today

Beaver Brook Falls Barely Flowing Fay Falls Barely Flowing Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Danforth Falls Low Gages Falls Barely Flowing Saxtons River Falls Barely Flowing Twin Falls Barely Flowing Garvin Falls Low Great Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Low Purgatory Falls Barely Flowing Sewalls Falls Barely Flowing Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Wildcat Falls Barely Flowing Wicassic Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Barely Flowing Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate The Cascade Barely Flowing Sutton Falls Barely Flowing South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 77°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near South Ashburnham

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Turners Falls Moderate · 5410 cfs 67th percentile
  2. 2 The Cascades Moderate · 5410 cfs 67th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Moderate · 2480 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Greggs Falls Moderate · 30 cfs 36th percentile
  5. 5 South Hadley Falls Moderate · 5640 cfs 30th percentile
  6. 6 Danforth Falls Low · 3 cfs 23rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Ashburnham (8 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Ashburnham (18 waterfalls)

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

Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

49.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

1.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

44.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

40.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

40.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

All 28 Waterfalls Near South Ashburnham

Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

49.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

1.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

44.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

The Cascade

40.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

40.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

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

Danforth Falls

23.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

39.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

40.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

35.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

45.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

16.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Fay Falls waterfall

Fay Falls

New Hampshire
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

18.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

36 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

43.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

33.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Twin Falls waterfall

Twin Falls

14.7 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Ashburnham

Are there free waterfalls near South Ashburnham?

There are 22 free waterfalls near South Ashburnham, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Ashburnham?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near South Ashburnham, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Ashburnham?

There are 18 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Ashburnham, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Ashburnham?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Ashburnham, including Beaver Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Ashburnham?

The shortest waterfall hike near South Ashburnham is Beaver Brook Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near South Ashburnham?

The tallest waterfall near South Ashburnham is Tannery Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Ashburnham?

Yes, 26 waterfalls near South Ashburnham have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Ashburnham?

The closest waterfall to South Ashburnham is Doane Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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