Waterfall Hikes Near Groton Long Point, CT

517 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Groton Long Point? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Groton Long Point. 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 41.3144°N, -72.0087°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Groton Long Point

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Groton Long Point have live flow data today

Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Aft 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 83°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny
Ind 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 76°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Groton Long Point

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Sutton Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Shetucket Falls Low · 305 cfs 17th percentile
  3. 3 Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 5th percentile
  4. 4 Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 45 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Groton Long Point (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
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Groton Long Point (7 waterfalls)

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

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Groton Long Point

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 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
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

48 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Groton Long Point

Are there free waterfalls near Groton Long Point?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Groton Long Point, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Groton Long Point?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Groton Long Point, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Groton Long Point?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Groton Long Point, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Groton Long Point?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Groton Long Point, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Groton Long Point?

The shortest waterfall hike near Groton Long Point is Chapman Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Groton Long Point?

The tallest waterfall near Groton Long Point is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Groton Long Point?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Groton Long Point have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Groton Long Point?

The closest waterfall to Groton Long Point is Quinebaug Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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