Waterfall Hikes Near Higganum, CT

1,693 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Higganum? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Higganum. 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 41.4905°N, -72.5580°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Higganum

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

13 waterfalls near Higganum have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Low Chapman Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Low Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Roxbury Falls Low Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Low Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Low South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Mon 87°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Higganum

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 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 314 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Horseshoe Falls Low · 50 cfs 20th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Low · 28 cfs 16th percentile
  5. 5 Chapman Falls Low · 5 cfs 16th percentile
  6. 6 Quinebaug Falls Low · 25 cfs 15th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Higganum (4 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 Higganum (9 waterfalls)

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

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

10.4 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

All 13 Waterfalls Near Higganum

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

10.4 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
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 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
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

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

25.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

18.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Higganum

Are there free waterfalls near Higganum?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Higganum, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Higganum?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Higganum, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Higganum?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Higganum?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Higganum, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Higganum?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Higganum?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Higganum?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Higganum have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Higganum?

The closest waterfall to Higganum is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 7.6 miles away.

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