One of the longest continuous waterfall runs in Massachusetts, dropping through a series of ledges in a hemlock-and-laurel gorge below a quarter-mile trail. An 18th-century grist-mill foundation still sits at the north edge of the falls. The flow can shrink to a trickle over dry rock by late summer, then turn into a booming, spray-soaked drop after spring melt or a hard rain.
What to expect
Trails
Quarter-mile trail to the base of the falls, plus a 0.3-mile woods road continuing south. Moderate, with some strenuous sections; natural surface, not…
Dogs
Dogs allowed on leash at all times; no off-leash window
Hours
Daily, sunrise to sunset
Accessibility
Not step-free; the trail to the falls is moderate with strenuous sections
Hunting
Allowed state and town hunting seasons; banned Sundays
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
The Trustees of Reservations, Western Massachusetts region
WebsiteCommon questions
Are dogs allowed at Glendale Falls?
Yes, on leash at all times. There's no off-leash window here.
Is Glendale Falls open today?
It's open daily year-round, sunrise to sunset, with free admission and a small trailhead lot on Clark Wright Road.
How hard is the trail to the falls?
It's a quarter mile to the base, rated moderate with some strenuous sections; a 0.3-mile woods road continues south for a longer walk.
Is there an entry fee at Glendale Falls?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Glendale Falls?
Dogs allowed on leash at all times; no off-leash window
Is Glendale Falls wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free; the trail to the falls is moderate with strenuous sections
What rules should I know at Glendale Falls?
The riverbank ecosystem below the falls is fragile; stay on the marked trail and away from the water's edge. No mountain biking; do not continue exploring downstream past the property boundary (private land beyond).