Waterfall Hikes Near Melville, RI

1,918 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Melville? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Melville. 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 41.5611°N, -71.2937°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Melville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

8 of 11 waterfalls near Melville are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Strong Woonsocket Falls Strong Chapman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Strong Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Roaring Silver Falls Strong Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 73°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 69°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 73°F Sunny Best
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Partly Sunny
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Melville

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 Quinebaug Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Shetucket Falls Roaring · 517 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Albion Falls Strong · 191 cfs 78th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Melville (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.

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 Melville (5 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
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Melville

Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 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
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
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Sutton Falls

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

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Melville

Are there free waterfalls near Melville?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Melville, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Melville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Melville?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Melville, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Melville?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Melville, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Melville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Melville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Melville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Melville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Melville?

The closest waterfall to Melville is Pawtucket Falls, approximately 19.2 miles away.

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