Waterfall Hikes Near Cranston, RI

82,691 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cranston? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cranston. 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 41.7658°N, -71.4858°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cranston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

8 of 14 waterfalls near Cranston are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Strong Woonsocket Falls Strong Chapman Falls Moderate Danforth Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Strong Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Roaring Silver Falls Strong Wicassic Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cranston

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 93 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Quinebaug Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Shetucket Falls Strong · 499 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 196 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cranston (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.

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cranston (7 waterfalls)

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

Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Cranston

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

Woonsocket Falls

23 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

36.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cranston

Are there free waterfalls near Cranston?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Cranston, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cranston?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cranston?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cranston, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cranston?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cranston, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cranston?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cranston?

The tallest waterfall near Cranston is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cranston?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Cranston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cranston?

The closest waterfall to Cranston is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 9.7 miles away.

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