Waterfall Hikes Near Essex Village, CT

2,725 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Essex Village? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Essex Village. 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 41.3559°N, -72.3919°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Essex Village

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

1 of 11 waterfalls near Essex Village is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Chapman Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Strong Silver Falls Low Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Stepstone Falls Low

Updated 38 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Mon 86°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Essex Village

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 348 cfs 74th percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Low · 50 cfs 20th percentile
  3. 3 Quinebaug Falls Low · 25 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Low · 7 cfs 15th percentile
  5. 5 Yantic Falls Low · 25 cfs 15th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 28 cfs 14th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Essex Village (3 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.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Essex Village (9 waterfalls)

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

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Essex Village

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 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
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

18.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Essex Village

Are there free waterfalls near Essex Village?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Essex Village, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Essex Village?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Essex Village, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Essex Village?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Essex Village, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex Village?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Essex Village, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Essex Village?

The shortest waterfall hike near Essex Village is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Essex Village?

The tallest waterfall near Essex Village is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Essex Village?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Essex Village have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Essex Village?

The closest waterfall to Essex Village is Chapman Falls, approximately 8.4 miles away.

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