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
Dogs
Dogs welcome on leash on the trails.
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.
Managed by
Worcester Parks, Recreation & Cemetery Division
508-799-1190 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Cascades Park open today?
Cascades Park is a public park in Worcester, MA. Posted hours: Closed to the public 10pm-5am citywide unless a permit authorizes otherwise..
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?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Cascades Park?
Dogs welcome on leash on the trails.
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.