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

19 waterfalls near Bristol have live flow data today

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

Updated 36 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Wed 66°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 63°F Rain Showers
Fri 64°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 77°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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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

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

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

41.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Bristol

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Glendale Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

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

South Hadley Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

8.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Yantic Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 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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