Waterfall Hikes Near Melrose, MA

29,477 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Melrose? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Melrose. 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 42.4556°N, -71.0590°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Melrose

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

3 of 14 waterfalls near Melrose are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 34 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 68°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 72°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Sun 68°F Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 75°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Melrose

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Packers Falls Roaring · 11 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Steeles Falls Roaring · 105 cfs 91st percentile
  3. 3 Purgatory Falls Strong · 19 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Pawtucket Falls Strong · 196 cfs 75th percentile
  5. 5 Albion Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 74th percentile
  6. 6 Woonsocket Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Melrose (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Melrose (6 waterfalls)

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

Packers Falls waterfall

Packers Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

41.4 miles away
New Hampshire
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Melrose

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wicassic Falls waterfall

Wicassic Falls

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

Danforth Falls

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

Hampton Falls

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

Packers Falls

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

Wildcat Falls

41.4 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

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
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 Melrose

Are there free waterfalls near Melrose?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Melrose?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Melrose?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Melrose?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Melrose?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Melrose?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Melrose have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Melrose?

The closest waterfall to Melrose is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 20.9 miles away.

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