Waterfall Hikes Near Canaan, CT

1,353 residents
New_York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Canaan? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Canaan. 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 42.0347°N, -73.3322°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Canaan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

24 of 29 waterfalls near Canaan are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Roaring Bear Rock Falls Roaring Campbell Falls Roaring Race Brook Falls Roaring Umpachene Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Roaring Glen Falls Roaring Kaaterskill Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapel Falls Strong Dickinson Falls Roaring Glendale Falls Roaring Glenerie Falls Roaring Great Falls Roaring Lulu Cascade Roaring Wahconah Falls Roaring Money Brook Falls Roaring Otis Falls Roaring Roxbury Falls Strong Windsor Jambs Roaring Westfield Falls Roaring Wallamanumps Falls Roaring Twin Cascade Roaring Tannery Falls Roaring South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Tue 81°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Wed 83°F Partly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 74°F Isolated Rain Showers then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 71°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 68°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 74°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Canaan (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.

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

25.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Canaan (21 waterfalls)

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

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

29.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

19.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

15.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

All 29 Waterfalls Near Canaan

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

7.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

25.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

29.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

19.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

15.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

38.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

4.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lulu Cascade

25.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

18.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

20.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

45.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

18.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Rossman Falls

5.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

37.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Money Brook Falls waterfall

Money Brook Falls

21.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.5 miles 500 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

1.2 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Windsor Jambs

46.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Kaaterskill Falls waterfall

Kaaterskill Falls

12.1 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.6 miles 400 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Canaan

Are there free waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Canaan, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Canaan?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Canaan, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Canaan?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Canaan, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Canaan, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Canaan, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Canaan?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Canaan?

The tallest waterfall near Canaan is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Canaan?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Canaan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Canaan?

The closest waterfall to Canaan is Campbell Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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