Waterfall Hikes Near Medford, MA

61,748 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Medford? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Medford. 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 42.4234°N, -71.1087°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Medford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

5 of 14 waterfalls near Medford are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Strong Woonsocket Falls Strong Danforth Falls Low Greggs Falls Barely Flowing Hampton Falls Moderate Packers Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Moderate Purgatory Falls Strong Wildcat Falls Moderate Wicassic Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Steeles Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 69°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Sun 69°F Sunny Best
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Mostly Cloudy
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Medford

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Packers Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Steeles Falls Strong · 83 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Hampton Falls Strong · 0 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Albion Falls Strong · 191 cfs 76th percentile
  5. 5 Purgatory Falls Strong · 19 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Woonsocket Falls Strong · 191 cfs 76th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Medford (4 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

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
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 Medford (6 waterfalls)

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

Wildcat Falls waterfall

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Medford

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Danforth Falls waterfall

Danforth Falls

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

Wicassic Falls

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

Hampton Falls

41.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

The Cascade

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

Packers Falls

47.2 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

Steeles Falls

43.1 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Medford

Are there free waterfalls near Medford?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Medford, including Danforth Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Medford?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Medford, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Medford?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Medford, including Danforth Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Medford?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Medford, including Danforth Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Medford?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Medford?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Medford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Medford?

The closest waterfall to Medford is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 20.3 miles away.

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