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 Barely Flowing 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 Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Aft 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Candlewood Shores

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Moderate · 231 cfs 54th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate · 231 cfs 54th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  4. 4 High Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  6. 6 Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing · 71 cfs 2nd percentile

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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 waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 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 waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

37.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Candlewood Shores

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

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

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Verkeerder Kill Falls

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

Stony Kill Falls

21.5 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.0 miles 200 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

35.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Glenerie Falls

22.4 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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