Waterfall Hikes Near Madison Center, CT

1,536 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison Center? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madison Center. 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 41.2794°N, -72.6003°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madison Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Madison Center have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Madison Center

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Low · 305 cfs 17th percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 45 cfs 4th percentile
  3. 3 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 4th percentile
  4. 4 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing · 19 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madison Center (3 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 Madison Center (8 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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

10.4 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Madison Center

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 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
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
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 Madison Center

Are there free waterfalls near Madison Center?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Madison Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madison Center?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Madison Center, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madison Center?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Madison Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison Center?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madison Center?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Madison Center?

The tallest waterfall near Madison Center is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madison Center?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Madison Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madison Center?

The closest waterfall to Madison Center is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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