Waterfall Hikes Near Marlborough, MA

41,391 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Marlborough? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Marlborough. 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 42.3494°N, -71.5468°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Marlborough

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

5 of 19 waterfalls near Marlborough are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Strong Woonsocket Falls Strong Danforth Falls Low Doane Falls Low Royalston Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Garvin Falls Moderate Greggs Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Strong Purgatory Falls Strong Sewalls Falls Moderate Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Moderate Wallamanumps Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 76°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Marlborough

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 94 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Albion Falls Strong · 191 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Woonsocket Falls Strong · 191 cfs 78th percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 203 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Purgatory Falls Strong · 19 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Wicassic Falls Moderate · 62 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Marlborough (5 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

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

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Marlborough (9 waterfalls)

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

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Marlborough

Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

40.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.0 miles 100 ft

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

36.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Purgatory Falls

34.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
4.5 miles 400 ft

Greggs Falls

44.5 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Garvin Falls waterfall

Garvin Falls

49.3 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

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

Spirit Falls

36.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Sewalls Falls waterfall

Sewalls Falls

37.6 miles away
New Hampshire
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

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

Royalston Falls

40.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

14.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Marlborough

Are there free waterfalls near Marlborough?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Marlborough, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Marlborough?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Marlborough, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Marlborough?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Marlborough, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Marlborough?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Marlborough, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Marlborough?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Marlborough?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Marlborough?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near Marlborough have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Marlborough?

The closest waterfall to Marlborough is Danforth Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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