Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield, MA
within 50 miles
Springfield sits in the Connecticut River valley, framed by low rolling hills and nearby upland ridges with basalt cliffs and narrow gorges, transitioning into hardwood forests and river floodplains. About 36 waterfalls lie within 50 miles, most reached by moderate woodland hikes and ridge scrambles while a handful are short roadside cascades or drive-up stops; the mix of glacially scoured bedrock, river terraces and steep escarpments yields varied trail experiences and dramatic drop lines for hikers.
Map of Waterfalls Near Springfield
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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield (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.
South Hadley Falls
40.7 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft
The Cascades
49.9 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Massachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Springfield (25 waterfalls)
Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.
Turners Falls
32.2 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
The Cascades
49.9 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Massachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
All Hiking Trails Near Springfield With Waterfalls
Wallamanumps Falls
33.4 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
South Hadley Falls
40.7 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Drive Up
Trail Length: 0.1 miles
Elevation Gain: 50 ft
Otis Falls
44.5 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Turners Falls
32.2 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
The Cascades
49.9 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Massachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 1.2 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft
Massachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Umpachene Falls
28.5 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Easy
Trail Length: 0.6 miles
Elevation Gain: 100 ft
Sutton Falls
21.7 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Campbell Falls
19.8 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Westfield Falls
23.6 miles awayConnecticut
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls
31 miles awayConnecticut
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
The Cascade
16.5 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Race Brook Falls
38.3 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 3.0 miles
Elevation Gain: 800 ft
Windsor Jambs
31.6 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Chapman Falls
49.1 miles awayConnecticut
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Doane Falls
30 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls
10.7 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 300 ft
Bear Rock Falls
5.8 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 2.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 350 ft
Spirit Falls
31.1 miles awayMassachusetts
Difficulty: Moderate
Trail Length: 1.5 miles
Elevation Gain: 200 ft