Waterfall Hikes Near Branford Center, CT

6,201 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Branford Center? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Branford Center. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.2780°N, -72.8148°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Branford Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Branford Center have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 87°F

Aft 87°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 98°F Sunny
Ind 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Branford Center

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Low · 305 cfs 17th percentile
  2. 2 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Branford Center (4 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Branford Center (9 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

10.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Branford Center

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

10.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Branford Center

Are there free waterfalls near Branford Center?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Branford Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Branford Center?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Branford Center, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Branford Center?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Branford Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Branford Center?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Branford Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Branford Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near Branford Center is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Branford Center?

The tallest waterfall near Branford Center is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Branford Center?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Branford Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Branford Center?

The closest waterfall to Branford Center is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 17.1 miles away.

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