Waterfall Hikes Near South Lancaster, MA

1,642 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near South Lancaster? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of South Lancaster. 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 42.4373°N, -71.6920°W

Map of Waterfalls Near South Lancaster

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

20 waterfalls near South Lancaster have live flow data today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Beaver Brook Falls Moderate Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Doane Falls Low Royalston Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Garvin Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Low Purgatory Falls Low Wildcat Falls Low Wicassic Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate The Cascade Low Sutton Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 84°F

Mon 84°F Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 99°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near South Lancaster

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Beaver Brook Falls Moderate · 144 cfs 72nd percentile
  2. 2 Turners Falls Moderate · 18600 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 The Cascades Moderate · 18600 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 8000 cfs 44th percentile
  5. 5 Garvin Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 37th percentile
  6. 6 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 314 cfs 37th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near South Lancaster (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.

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

11.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around South Lancaster (10 waterfalls)

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

The Cascade

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

Purgatory Falls

47.7 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near South Lancaster

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

24.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

The Cascade

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

Sutton Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

22.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Doane Falls

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

Spirit Falls

34.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Greggs Falls

6.8 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

33.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Garvin Falls

21.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

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

The Cascades

45.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

25.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Beaver Brook Falls waterfall

Beaver Brook Falls

42.9 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near South Lancaster

Are there free waterfalls near South Lancaster?

There are 14 free waterfalls near South Lancaster, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near South Lancaster?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near South Lancaster, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in South Lancaster?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near South Lancaster, including Beaver Brook Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lancaster?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near South Lancaster, including Beaver Brook Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near South Lancaster?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near South Lancaster?

The tallest waterfall near South Lancaster is Royalston Falls at 45 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around South Lancaster?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near South Lancaster have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to South Lancaster?

The closest waterfall to South Lancaster is Danforth Falls, approximately 6.2 miles away.

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