Waterfall Hikes Near Kensington, CT

9,580 residents

New_York Time Zone

17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Kensington? There are 17 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

17 of 17 gauged

17 waterfalls near Kensington have live flow data today

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

Updated 28 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 76°F

Thu 59°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 57°F Chance Rain Showers

Sat 76°F Sunny Best

Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Kensington (5 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

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Kensington (13 waterfalls)

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

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wadsworth Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Chapman Falls

35.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 17 Waterfalls Near Kensington

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wadsworth Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

45.2 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Chapman Falls

35.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls

30.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Shetucket Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Yantic Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

Silver Falls

38 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.6 miles 50 ft

Quinebaug Falls

44.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

South Hadley Falls

43.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

39.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Otis Falls

38.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls

41.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

34.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Glendale Falls

33.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Umpachene Falls

10.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Bear Rock Falls

4.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Kensington

Are there free waterfalls near Kensington?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Kensington, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Kensington?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Kensington, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Kensington?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Kensington, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Kensington?

There are 14 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, 9 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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