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Ponaganset Falls
Scituate, Rhode Island
Roadside dam-cascade on the Ponaganset River at Barden Reservoir, Hemlock Road in Clayville (Scituate).
At a glance
Overview
Ponaganset Falls is a roadside dam-and-cascade at the southeast end of Barden Reservoir, along Hemlock Road in the Clayville village of Scituate. The drop comes off a low dam as the Ponaganset River exits the reservoir, viewable directly from the road. No hike required — it is among the easiest waterfall stops in Rhode Island.
- Also known as
- Barden Reservoir Falls, Ponaganset Dam Falls
- County
- Providence
- Region
- Northwest Rhode Island
- Water type
- Waterfall
- Waterfall type
- Tiered
Know before you go
Public
Not listed
Conditions
Conditions snapshot
Check posted signs and official updates before entering.
Getting there
From Route 102 in Clayville, take Hemlock Road south. The falls are visible along the road at the southeast end of Barden Reservoir; pull onto the gravel shoulder when you can see the dam and drop. Do not block the road.
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