Waterfall Hikes Near Meriden, CT

60,556 residents

New York Time Zone

15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Meriden? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Meriden. 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 41.5369°N, -72.7946°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Meriden

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

2 of 15 waterfalls near Meriden are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Strong Otis Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Low Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Low South Hadley Falls Roaring

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 80°F Mostly Sunny Best

Thu 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms

Jun 82°F Sunny

Sat 80°F Sunny

Sun 81°F Sunny

Mon 76°F Rain Showers Likely

Tue 81°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Meriden (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.

Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Meriden (11 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

48.5 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

21.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Meriden

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

48.5 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

17.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

21.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.4 miles 50 ft

Silver Falls waterfall

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Silver Falls

27.2 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

0.6 miles 50 ft

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

38 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

38.7 miles away

Connecticut

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

South Hadley Falls waterfall

CC

South Hadley Falls

46.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Drive Up

0.1 miles 50 ft

Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

44.9 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

48.7 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

46.6 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

48.4 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

14.8 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Meriden

Are there free waterfalls near Meriden?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Meriden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Meriden?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Meriden?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Meriden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Meriden?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Meriden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Meriden?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Meriden?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Meriden?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Meriden?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Meriden have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Meriden?

The closest waterfall to Meriden is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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