Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Chaffee, CT

301 residents

New_York Time Zone

24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lake Chaffee? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lake Chaffee. 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 41.9389°N, -72.1961°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lake Chaffee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

5 of 24 waterfalls near Lake Chaffee are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Low Woonsocket Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Chapman Falls Strong Danforth Falls Strong Doane Falls Barely Flowing Royalston Falls Barely Flowing Spirit Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Moderate Pawtucket Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Strong Yantic Falls Strong Shetucket Falls Low Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Strong Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing South Hadley Falls Low

Updated 27 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 74°F

Aft 56°F Rain Showers

Fri 53°F Rain Showers Likely

Sat 74°F Sunny Best

Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny

Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lake Chaffee (8 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

Yantic Falls

43.8 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

Silver Falls

27.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lake Chaffee (15 waterfalls)

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

Quinebaug Falls

44.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near Lake Chaffee

Wallamanumps Falls

39.1 miles away

Massachusetts

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

Quinebaug Falls

44.8 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Sutton Falls

43.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Silver Falls

27.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.6 miles 50 ft

Chapman Falls

35.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

South Hadley Falls

43.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

The Cascade

45.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Woonsocket Falls

24.9 miles away

Rhode Island

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Albion Falls

Rhode Island

Easy

0.6 miles 75 ft

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Doane Falls

35 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Spirit Falls

32.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 200 ft

Pawtucket Falls

47.9 miles away

Rhode Island

Drive Up

0.1 miles 10 ft

Westfield Falls

39.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Royalston Falls

36.3 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.5 miles 200 ft

Wadsworth Falls

37.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Otis Falls

36.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Turners Falls

37.5 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lake Chaffee

Are there free waterfalls near Lake Chaffee?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Lake Chaffee, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lake Chaffee?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near Lake Chaffee, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lake Chaffee?

There are 15 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lake Chaffee, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Chaffee?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lake Chaffee, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lake Chaffee?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lake Chaffee is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lake Chaffee?

The tallest waterfall near Lake Chaffee is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lake Chaffee?

Yes, 18 waterfalls near Lake Chaffee have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lake Chaffee?

The closest waterfall to Lake Chaffee is Wallamanumps Falls, approximately 22.8 miles away.

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