Waterfall Hikes Near Hartford, CT

974,684 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Set in the Connecticut River valley and surrounded by rolling upland ridges and glacially scoured bedrock, Hartford's nearby landscape includes river flats, narrow gorges, and forested hills that frame many falls. Within fifty miles hikers will find predominantly moderate routes through mixed hardwood and pockets of old-growth forest, along with shorter roadside cascades and a few drive-up sites, offering a mix of gorge scrambles, ridge-to-river treks, and accessible viewpoints that reflect the region's mill-era waterways and varied topography.

Located at 41.7661°N, -72.6834°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Hartford

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Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

3 of 20 waterfalls near Hartford are flowing strongly today

Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Otis Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Strong Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Barely Flowing Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing South Hadley Falls Strong

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Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Jun 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Sunny

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Hartford (6 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 waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

46.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Hartford (16 waterfalls)

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

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Chapman Falls

21.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Hartford

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

17.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

46.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

48.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

21.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

44.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

38.7 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

46.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

27.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

38 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

38.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

47.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

14.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

15.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

35.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

15.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Hartford

Are there free waterfalls near Hartford?

There are 16 free waterfalls near Hartford, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Hartford?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Hartford, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Hartford?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Hartford, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Hartford?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Hartford, including Bear Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Hartford?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Hartford?

The shortest waterfall hike near Hartford is Bear Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Hartford?

The tallest waterfall near Hartford is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Hartford?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Hartford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Hartford?

The closest waterfall to Hartford is Westfield Falls, approximately 10.4 miles away.

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