These are the Massachusetts waterfalls that draw the biggest crowds, measured by Google review volume and led by Bash Bish Falls. Popular does not have to mean packed if you time it right.
For every waterfall we track nearby, see the full list of waterfalls in Massachusetts, or browse by town: Sheffield, Royalston, Ashfield, Becket. You can also compare our best waterfalls in Massachusetts and most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts.
How we picked: Ranked purely by the number of Google reviews, the best public signal of how many people visit. Together these five account for 74% of all Google reviews of Massachusetts waterfalls.
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1. Bash Bish Falls
Bash Bish Falls near Sheffield takes the top spot, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 551 reviews.
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551 Google reviews make it the most visited waterfall in Massachusetts, about 43% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. That is 2.9 times as many as Doane Falls in second place. Visitors have shared 1,699 photos of it. It averages 4.6 stars, with 79% five-star reviews. "Accessed by hiking trails, these celebrated mountainside waterfalls are almost 200 ft. in height." Expect company: arrive early on weekends and holidays, when parking fills first. The nearest town is Sheffield, about 7.1 miles to the east.
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2. Doane Falls
Doane Falls, near Royalston, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 191 reviews.
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191 Google reviews make it number 2 in Massachusetts, about 15% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 589 photos of it. It averages 4.8 stars, with 83% five-star reviews. "Cascading series of 5 waterfalls situated on 46 acres of a forested preserve with hiking trails." The nearest town is Royalston, about 2.1 miles to the north.
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3. Chapel Falls
Chapel Falls, near Ashfield, is next up, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 84 reviews.
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84 Google reviews make it number 3 in Massachusetts, about 7% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 226 photos of it. It averages 4.7 stars, with 79% five-star reviews. The nearest town is Ashfield, about 3.4 miles to the northwest.
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4. Royalston Falls
Head to Royalston Falls near Royalston, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 60 reviews.
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60 Google reviews make it number 4 in Massachusetts, about 5% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 255 photos of it. It averages 4.5 stars, with 72% five-star reviews. The nearest town is Royalston, about 3.9 miles to the southeast.
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5. Glendale Falls
Glendale Falls near Becket is another strong option, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 56 reviews.
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56 Google reviews make it number 5 in Massachusetts, about 4% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 186 photos of it. It averages 4.8 stars, with 86% five-star reviews. The nearest town is Becket, about 6.1 miles to the west.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most visited waterfall in Massachusetts?
Bash Bish Falls tops our 2026 list, with a 4.6-star rating from 551 Google reviews. It is near Sheffield in Berkshire County.
How was this list made?
Ranked purely by the number of Google reviews, the best public signal of how many people visit. Together these five account for 74% of all Google reviews of Massachusetts waterfalls.
How many waterfalls are in Massachusetts?
Our directory lists 27 waterfalls in Massachusetts. See every one, with filters and a map, on the Massachusetts waterfalls page.
Is Bash Bish Falls in Massachusetts or New York?
The falls themselves are in the town of Mount Washington, Massachusetts, very close to the New York state line. They can be approached from trailheads in either state.
Summary
Bash Bish Falls near Sheffield is our top pick for most visited waterfalls in Massachusetts, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 551 reviews. Ratings and review counts reflect public data at the time of writing and can change, and trail access, water levels and road conditions vary through the year, so confirm current conditions before you drive out.
Spring is the prime waterfall season in Massachusetts. Snowmelt and rain typically push flows highest from late March through May, with the Berkshires and hilltowns melting out a bit later than the lowlands. Summer usually brings lower water, and by August many smaller brooks, including some ravine falls, can thin to a trickle in dry years, though thunderstorms can temporarily revive them. Fall foliage, usually peaking in the Berkshires in early to mid October, draws heavy weekend traffic, especially around Bash Bish Falls and Mount Greylock. Autumn rains sometimes restore good flows by late October or November. Winter brings ice formations, but trails into ravines can be icy and some access roads are not plowed.
For more options, see every waterfall on the Massachusetts waterfalls page, read 15 Best Waterfalls in Massachusetts, or check our waterfall safety tips before you go.