Waterfall Hikes Near Bristol, CT

61,052 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Bristol? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Bristol. 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 41.6812°N, -72.9407°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Bristol

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

10 of 19 waterfalls near Bristol are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Strong Campbell Falls Strong Race Brook Falls Strong Umpachene Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Moderate Chapman Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Strong Great Falls Strong Otis Falls Roaring Quinebaug Falls Moderate Yantic Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Wallamanumps Falls Strong South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 86°F

Sat 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 86°F Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Bristol

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Otis Falls Roaring · 34 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Glendale Falls Strong · 204 cfs 89th percentile
  3. 3 Umpachene Falls Strong · 273 cfs 88th percentile
  4. 4 Bear Rock Falls Strong · 273 cfs 88th percentile
  5. 5 Campbell Falls Strong · 273 cfs 88th percentile
  6. 6 Race Brook Falls Strong · 273 cfs 88th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Bristol (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Bristol (15 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Bristol

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

35.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

21 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

37.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

25.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

37.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Bristol

Are there free waterfalls near Bristol?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Bristol, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Bristol?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Bristol, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Bristol?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Bristol, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Bristol?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Bristol, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Bristol?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Bristol, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Bristol?

The shortest waterfall hike near Bristol is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Bristol?

The tallest waterfall near Bristol is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Bristol?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Bristol have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Bristol?

The closest waterfall to Bristol is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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