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Cascades Park

Open to the publicPark · Worcester, MA
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A 69-acre forested park in the Tatnuck Square area, known for the 60-foot roadside waterfall visible from Cataract Street and for more than 14 miles of connected hiking trails reaching into neighboring conservation land. There's no dedicated parking lot, so visitors park along Cataract Street near the falls.

What to expect

Entry fee
Free, no admission fee
Dogs
Allowed
Hours
Closed to the public 10pm-5am citywide unless a permit authorizes otherwise.
Accessibility
Not detailed; terrain is a natural wooded trail system, likely not fully ADA accessible. Call Parks & Recreation at 508-799-1190 to confirm.
Hiking
Allowed
Waterfall Viewing
Allowed
Managed by
Worcester Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division 508-799-1190 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.

Common questions

Are there walking trails at Cascades Park?
Yes, the park connects into more than 14 miles of trails shared with abutting conservation land; the Cascade Falls Loop is the popular 1.5-mile easy route to the waterfall.
Is there an entry fee at Cascades Park?
Yes, Free, no admission fee
Can I bring my dog to Cascades Park?
Dogs are allowed. Leash rules and clean-up requirements usually apply, so check posted signs.
Is Cascades Park wheelchair accessible?
Not detailed; terrain is a natural wooded trail system, likely not fully ADA accessible. Call Parks & Recreation at 508-799-1190 to confirm.
What rules should I know at Cascades Park?
Trail terrain includes rock scrambles near the falls; footing can be slippery after rain. No removal of plants, rocks, minerals, or fossils.

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-15. Official source. Updated 2026-07-17.