Waterfalls near Providence, RI
7 waterfalls within 75 miles · 7 with detail pages · 7 within 25 miles
This page lists every named waterfall in our database within driving distance of Providence, sorted by how far they are. Distances are straight-line; drive times assume average highway-plus-local routes (typically 30% longer than the straight-line miles). For trip planning, treat them as a starting point and verify the actual route in Google Maps.
Always check current access, parking, and seasonal closures with the relevant land manager — state parks, the National Park Service, or the local ranger district — before heading out. Several of these falls are seasonal and may run dry in mid-to-late summer.
Closest waterfalls to Providence
All waterfalls within 75 miles, by distance
Within 25 miles of Providence
| Waterfall | Height | Distance | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Brook Falls | — | 9 mi | ~15 min |
| Payne's Pond Falls | 7 ft | 12 mi | ~20 min |
| East Greenwich Falls | 25 ft | 12 mi | ~20 min |
| Ponogansett Falls | — | 14 mi | ~25 min |
| Spencer Rock Waterfall | — | 20 mi | ~35 min |
| The Falls | — | 21 mi | ~35 min |
| Stepstone Falls | — | 23 mi | ~40 min |
Beyond 75 miles
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