Waterfall Hikes Near Danbury, CT

180,143 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The fifty-mile circle around Danbury stretches from the Shepaug valley clear up to the Taconics at the Massachusetts line. Roxbury Falls handles the close-to-home urge with half a mile of walking. The drives north earn more. Race Brook Falls in Sheffield climbs 800 feet over three miles toward the Appalachian Trail ridge, and Bash Bish Falls drops 60 feet into a pool at the New York border. Fifteen falls make the list, and dogs are allowed at every one with a trail.

Located at 41.4015°N, -73.4709°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Danbury

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

1 of 15 waterfalls near Danbury is flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 87°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Danbury

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 732 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 78 cfs 50th percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 35 cfs 44th percentile
  4. 4 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 1370 cfs 43rd percentile
  5. 5 Campbell Falls Moderate · 1370 cfs 43rd percentile
  6. 6 Race Brook Falls Moderate · 1370 cfs 43rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Danbury (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

20.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Danbury (14 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

46.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Danbury

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

35.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

45.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

32.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Danbury

Are there free waterfalls near Danbury?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Danbury?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Danbury?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Danbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Danbury?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Danbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Danbury?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Danbury?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Danbury?

The tallest waterfall near Danbury is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Danbury?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Danbury have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Danbury?

The closest waterfall to Danbury is Roxbury Falls, approximately 11.9 miles away.

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