Outdoors Nearby

Waterfalls in Massachusetts

We list 27 named waterfalls in Massachusetts, with the most near Adams (8), Royalston (3) and Northfield (2). Tallest on the map: Campbell Falls at about 49 feet.

Waterfall areas: near Adams (8)

Near Adams 8

Near Royalston 3

Near Northfield 2

Near Sheffield 2

Near Orange 1

Near New Marlborough 1

Near Melrose 1

Near Fitchburg 1

Near Becket 1

Near Westhampton 1

Near Williamstown 1

Near Rowley 1

Near Braintree 1

Near Ashby 1

Near North Adams 1

Near Lowell 1

From OpenStreetMap. Trails close for weather, fire or repairs, so check the land manager before you go. 22 smaller or less documented falls are listed with directions only.

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Waterfalls in other states

Frequently asked questions

Which areas of Massachusetts have the most waterfalls?

The most waterfalls in our data are near Adams (8), Royalston (3) and Northfield (2). Among the tallest are Campbell Falls (49 ft), Silver Fox Falls (10 ft) and Trap Falls (10 ft).

What is the tallest waterfall in Massachusetts?

Of the waterfalls with a mapped height, Campbell Falls near New Marlborough is the tallest at about 49 feet. Heights for Massachusetts come from OpenStreetMap and are not mapped for every fall.

Do waterfalls in Massachusetts run all year?

2 of the 27 are marked as seasonal or intermittent, so they may be dry in late summer. In Massachusetts, spring and the days after a storm bring the most water.