Waterfall Hikes Near Crystal Lake, CT

2,080 residents

New_York Time Zone

27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crystal Lake? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crystal Lake. 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 41.9334°N, -72.3812°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crystal Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

10 of 27 waterfalls near Crystal Lake are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Chapel Falls Roaring Chapman Falls Roaring Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Strong Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Roaring Turners Falls Strong The Cascades Strong The Cascade Roaring Sutton Falls Roaring Stepstone Falls Low South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 57°F Patchy Fog

Fri 55°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Sat 77°F Sunny

Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best

Mon 81°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 89°F Sunny

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Crystal Lake (9 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.

South Hadley Falls

43.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Shetucket Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Yantic Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crystal Lake (19 waterfalls)

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

Chapman Falls

35.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near Crystal Lake

Wallamanumps Falls

39.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

South Hadley Falls

43.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Chapman Falls

35.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Shetucket Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Yantic Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

Silver Falls

32.3 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.6 miles 50 ft

Quinebaug Falls

44.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wadsworth Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sutton Falls

43.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

45.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

18.5 miles away

Rhode Island

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Otis Falls

36.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Albion Falls

Rhode Island

Easy

0.6 miles 75 ft

Turners Falls

4.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascades

43.7 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

1.2 miles 200 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls

41.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Doane Falls

47.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Crystal Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Crystal Lake?

There are 21 free waterfalls near Crystal Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Crystal Lake?

There are 9 easy waterfall hikes near Crystal Lake, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crystal Lake?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Lake?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Lake, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Crystal Lake?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Crystal Lake, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crystal Lake?

The shortest waterfall hike near Crystal Lake is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Crystal Lake?

The tallest waterfall near Crystal Lake is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Crystal Lake?

Yes, 20 waterfalls near Crystal Lake have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Crystal Lake?

The closest waterfall to Crystal Lake is Wallamanumps Falls, approximately 15.3 miles away.

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