Waterfall Hikes Near Meriden, CT

60,556 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Meriden? There are 18 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

18 of 18 gauged

3 of 18 waterfalls near Meriden are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Chapel Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Strong Yantic Falls Strong Roxbury Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Strong

Updated 35 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 73°F

Tod 78°F Mostly Sunny then Scattered Rain Showers
Sun 73°F Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 79°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 73°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Meriden

Updated 35 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 South Hadley Falls Strong · 3700 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Yantic Falls Strong · 78 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Quinebaug Falls Strong · 78 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 66th percentile
  5. 5 Westfield Falls Moderate · 19 cfs 62nd percentile
  6. 6 Wadsworth Falls Moderate · 19 cfs 62nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Meriden (6 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

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Meriden (14 waterfalls)

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

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

49.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 18 Waterfalls Near Meriden

Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

49.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

33.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

21.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

14.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

28 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Meriden

Are there free waterfalls near Meriden?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Meriden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Meriden?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Meriden, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Meriden?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Meriden, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Meriden?

There are 15 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, 11 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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