Waterfall Hikes Near Springfield, MA

437,752 residents
New York Time Zone
30 Waterfalls

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.

Located at 42.1155°N, -72.5395°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Springfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

30 of 30 gauged

30 waterfalls near Springfield have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Low Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Low Great Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Moderate Yantic Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Low Westfield Falls Moderate Wadsworth Falls Moderate Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Twin Cascade Low Tannery Falls Low Turners Falls Low The Cascades Low The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Low South Hadley Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 85°F

Sun 85°F Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Springfield

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 341 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Moderate · 336 cfs 47th percentile
  3. 3 The Cascade Moderate · 3 cfs 46th percentile
  4. 4 Otis Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 46th percentile
  5. 5 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 253 cfs 44th percentile
  6. 6 Campbell Falls Moderate · 253 cfs 44th percentile

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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 waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

41.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

32.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

47.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 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 waterfall

Turners Falls

31.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Springfield

Wallamanumps Falls

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

South Hadley Falls

41.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

30.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turners Falls waterfall

Turners Falls

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

The Cascades

32.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

47.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

22 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

45 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

16.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

44 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

32.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

30.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

21.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

38.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Windsor Jambs

14.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

39.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

39.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

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

Spirit Falls

38.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Springfield

Are there free waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 25 free waterfalls near Springfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Springfield?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Springfield?

There are 25 dog-friendly waterfalls near Springfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield?

There are 26 kid-friendly waterfalls near Springfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Springfield?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Springfield, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Springfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Springfield is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Springfield?

The tallest waterfall near Springfield is Tannery Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Springfield?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Springfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Springfield?

The closest waterfall to Springfield is Wallamanumps Falls, approximately 4.3 miles away.

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