Waterfall Hikes Near Candlewood Shores, CT

792 residents

New_York Time Zone

18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Candlewood Shores? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Candlewood Shores. 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 41.4811°N, -73.4379°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Candlewood Shores

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

18 waterfalls near Candlewood Shores have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 75°F

Tod 57°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 61°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 75°F Sunny Best

Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Candlewood Shores (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

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Candlewood Shores (15 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

38.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Candlewood Shores

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

47.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

38.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Race Brook Falls

8.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

Bash Bish Falls

38.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Wadsworth Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls

41.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Umpachene Falls

10.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

High Falls

38.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

34.9 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Stony Kill Falls

21.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Otis Falls

36.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.6 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Candlewood Shores

Are there free waterfalls near Candlewood Shores?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Candlewood Shores, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Candlewood Shores?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Candlewood Shores?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Candlewood Shores?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Candlewood Shores, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Candlewood Shores?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Candlewood Shores, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Candlewood Shores?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Candlewood Shores?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Candlewood Shores?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Candlewood Shores have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Candlewood Shores?

The closest waterfall to Candlewood Shores is Roxbury Falls, approximately 6.6 miles away.

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