Waterfall Hikes Near Worcester, MA

486,486 residents
New York Time Zone
22 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Worcester occupies a high spot in central Massachusetts characterized by rolling drumlin hills, glacially scoured uplands, granite ledges and steep river valleys that feed into regional watersheds. Nearby waterfall hikes span moderate forested ridge-and-gorge routes with occasional rock scrambles, short roadside cascades and drive-up viewpoints around historic mill ponds, offering a mix of old-growth pocket woodlands, exposed bedrock and post-industrial dam features that produce varied flows and terrain for hikers.

Located at 42.2705°N, -71.8079°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Worcester

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

22 of 22 gauged

22 waterfalls near Worcester have live flow data today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Danforth Falls Barely Flowing Doane Falls Moderate Royalston Falls Moderate Spirit Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Low Purgatory Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Shetucket Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Turners Falls Barely Flowing The Cascades Barely Flowing The Cascade Low Sutton Falls Barely Flowing Stepstone Falls Low South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 84°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 101°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Worcester

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Pawtucket Falls Moderate · 8490 cfs 71st percentile
  2. 2 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 328 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 319 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Greggs Falls Moderate · 236 cfs 44th percentile
  5. 5 Purgatory Falls Moderate · 64 cfs 30th percentile
  6. 6 Spirit Falls Moderate · 24 cfs 28th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Worcester (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.

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

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

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Worcester (12 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

All 22 Waterfalls Near Worcester

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
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

24.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Albion Falls

41.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Purgatory Falls waterfall

Purgatory Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

22.6 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
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

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

Royalston Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

37.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Greggs Falls

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

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Worcester

Are there free waterfalls near Worcester?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Worcester, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Worcester?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Worcester, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Worcester?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Worcester, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Worcester?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Worcester, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Worcester?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Worcester?

The tallest waterfall near Worcester is Royalston Falls at 45 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Worcester?

Yes, 17 waterfalls near Worcester have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Worcester?

The closest waterfall to Worcester is The Cascade, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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