Waterfall Hikes Near Candlewood Knolls, CT

170 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Candlewood Knolls? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Candlewood Knolls. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.4791°N, -73.4636°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Candlewood Knolls

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

2 of 20 waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Nevele Falls Low Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Barely Flowing Stony Kill Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

Sat 79°F Sunny Best
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 81°F Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Candlewood Knolls

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Wadsworth Falls Strong ยท 43 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Westfield Falls Strong ยท 43 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Moderate ยท 21 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Moderate ยท 153 cfs 41st percentile
  5. 5 Nevele Falls Low ยท 6 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low ยท 39 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Candlewood Knolls (2 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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Candlewood Knolls (17 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

38.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Candlewood Knolls

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

38.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

20.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

39 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

48.9 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft
Stony Kill Falls waterfall

Stony Kill Falls

25.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

48.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Nevele Falls waterfall

Nevele Falls

31 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Candlewood Knolls

Are there free waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Candlewood Knolls?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Candlewood Knolls, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Candlewood Knolls?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Candlewood Knolls?

The shortest waterfall hike near Candlewood Knolls is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls?

The tallest waterfall near Candlewood Knolls is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Candlewood Knolls?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Candlewood Knolls have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Candlewood Knolls?

The closest waterfall to Candlewood Knolls is Roxbury Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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