Waterfall Hikes Near Madison Center, CT

1,536 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison Center? There are 12 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

12 of 12 gauged

2 of 12 waterfalls near Madison Center are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Low 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 South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 83°F

Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Rain Showers
Tue 83°F Sunny Best
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Madison Center

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Westfield Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 South Hadley Falls Moderate · 5560 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 153 cfs 41st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madison Center (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

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

Yantic Falls

24.6 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

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

Westfield Falls

4.2 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Madison Center

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

4.2 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
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

26.3 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

10.1 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
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

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 4 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 9 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, 6 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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