Waterfall Hikes Near Westfield, MA

40,794 residents
New York Time Zone
31 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Westfield? There are 31 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Westfield. 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 42.1382°N, -72.7561°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Westfield

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

31 of 31 gauged

4 of 31 waterfalls near Westfield are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapel Falls Moderate Chapman Falls Moderate Doane Falls Low Royalston Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Glendale Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Hamilton Falls Moderate Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Money Brook Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Twin Cascade Moderate Tannery Falls Moderate Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 77°F

Aft 83°F Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 77°F Sunny Best
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Westfield

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Strong · 484 cfs 78th percentile
  5. 5 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 371 cfs 73rd percentile
  6. 6 Campbell Falls Moderate · 371 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Westfield (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.

South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

33.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

28 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Westfield (26 waterfalls)

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

Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 31 Waterfalls Near Westfield

Lulu Cascade

27.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

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

High Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

The Cascade

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

Doane Falls

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

Hamilton Falls

26.8 miles away
Vermont
Moderate
6.0 miles 500 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

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

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

40.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Westfield

Are there free waterfalls near Westfield?

There are 23 free waterfalls near Westfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Westfield?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Westfield, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Westfield?

There are 26 dog-friendly waterfalls near Westfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Westfield?

There are 27 kid-friendly waterfalls near Westfield, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Westfield?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Westfield, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Westfield?

The shortest waterfall hike near Westfield is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Westfield?

The tallest waterfall near Westfield is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Westfield?

Yes, 21 waterfalls near Westfield have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Westfield?

The closest waterfall to Westfield is South Hadley Falls, approximately 10.1 miles away.

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