Waterfall Hikes Near Kensington, CT

9,580 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kensington? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Kensington. 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 41.6284°N, -72.7686°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Kensington

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

2 of 19 waterfalls near Kensington are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 85°F Mostly Sunny then Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Kensington

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Wadsworth Falls Roaring ยท 45 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Westfield Falls Roaring ยท 45 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Moderate ยท 36 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Moderate ยท 206 cfs 63rd percentile
  5. 5 Chapman Falls Moderate ยท 22 cfs 51st percentile
  6. 6 Yantic Falls Moderate ยท 36 cfs 34th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kensington (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.

Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kensington (15 waterfalls)

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

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Kensington

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

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

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

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

South Hadley Falls

17.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

43.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

30.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Chapel Falls

18.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

38.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kensington

Are there free waterfalls near Kensington?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Kensington, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kensington?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kensington?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kensington, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kensington?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Kensington, including Bear Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Kensington?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Kensington?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Kensington?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Kensington?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Kensington have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Kensington?

The closest waterfall to Kensington is Westfield Falls, approximately 4.6 miles away.

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