8 Unbelievable Massachusetts Waterfalls Hiding In Plain Sight... No Hiking Required

We bet you didn’t know that the Bay State has plenty of amazing waterfalls! However, many of them are tucked away in the wilderness. Sometimes you’re not feeling up for a long hike, and it can be pretty tough to find a waterfall that doesn’t require a good deal of trekking through the woods. Luckily, we’ve put together a list of waterfalls that are easy to reach and even easier on the eyes. Check out this list of the best waterfalls in Massachusetts that don’t require a long hike.

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Moody Street, Moody St, Waltham, MA, USA

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Built in 1836, this dam is actually a renovated version of the original 1785 Eden Vale Dam. The dam creates a spectacular rush of water that is beautiful to see. It's one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts.

Visit the web page to learn more about Moody Street Dam.

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66 Mill St, Belmont, MA 02478, USA

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Located in the Beaver Brook Reservation, this waterfall is just one of the scenic spots in the park’s 59 acres of open fields, wetlands, and woodlands. The waterfall is very near a parking lot and features a lovely observation deck. It's the perfect place to visit if you're looking for easy-access waterfalls in Massachusetts.

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The Falls at Cordingly Dam, 2300 Washington St, Newton, MA 02462, USA

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This is another waterfall that is the product of a dam. The powerful cascade swirls just to the side of a pedestrian area, so you can enjoy the view while keeping out of the spray.

Visit the Mass.gov website to learn more about Cordingly Dam and Falls.

Newton, MA 02494

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(Editor's Note: Silk Mill Dam in Newton is permanently closed.)


This spot was once the site of a failed attempt at processing sugar beets into sugar, as an alternative to slave-produced sugar cane. Today, it’s a beautiful, scenic, and peaceful place.

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Pawtucket Falls, Lowell, MA 01854, USA

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These rapids drop 32 feet over the course of a mile and were once an important fishing resource for native peoples. Today, you can view them from the bridge over the Merrimack River. It's one of the best no-hike waterfalls to visit in Massachusetts.

Flume Fountain, Sandwich, MA 02563, USA

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The Flume Fountain at Heritage Museum and Gardens is a beautiful, man-made cascade. The waters fall into a clear reflecting pool through lovely blooms.

Visit the Heritage Museum and Gardens website to learn more about The Flume Fountain.

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Doane's Falls, Royalston, MA 01331, USA

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A quiet walk, 100-foot walk from a parking lot on Doane Hill Road will bring you to one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts. Featuring a tiered cascade and a lovely footbridge, this is a great spot for some photographs. This is one of the most beautiful no-hike waterfalls in Massachusetts.

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Chicopee Falls, Chicopee, MA 01020, USA

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The last on our list of easy-access waterfalls in Massachusetts is Chicopee Falls. These falls tumble across a masonry stone dam into the Chicopee River. It’s parallel to Route 33, also known as Bridge Street, so getting here is easy as pie. This dam is the third-largest on the Chicopee River and is the perfect spot for a sunset stroll.

Visit the City of Chicopee website to learn more about Chicopee Falls.

Have you ever visited any of the best waterfalls in Massachusetts that don’t require a hike? We are here to tell you that not all waterfalls require a hike to visit! What are your favorite waterfalls, whether easily accessible or accessible by hiking? Let us know in the comments!

For more incredible waterfalls across Massachusetts (some of which may require a refreshing walk through the woods), check out our ultimate waterfall road trip.