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

5 of 30 waterfalls near Springfield are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 14 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Tod 60°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 59°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 71°F Rain Showers Likely
Thu 64°F Rain Showers
Fri 61°F Chance Rain Showers

Find waterfalls to hike near Springfield

🚗 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

South Hadley Falls

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

The Cascades

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

Chapel Falls

11.2 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

19.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 30 Waterfalls Near Springfield

Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

37.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

26.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

23.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

28.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

37.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

41.1 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

41.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall

Silver Falls

41.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall CC

Quinebaug Falls

33.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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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