Waterfall Hikes Near Middletown, CT

48,152 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Middletown? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Middletown. 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 41.5476°N, -72.6549°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Middletown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Middletown have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Low Campbell Falls Moderate Chapman Falls Low Otis Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Roxbury Falls Low Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Low Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Low South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 20 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Tod 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 95°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Thu 100°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Middletown

Updated 20 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Campbell Falls Moderate · 276 cfs 68th percentile
  2. 2 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 328 cfs 56th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 319 cfs 52nd percentile
  4. 4 Otis Falls Moderate · 27 cfs 36th percentile
  5. 5 Chapman Falls Low · 6 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Low · 8 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Middletown (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.

Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

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

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Middletown (10 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 14 Waterfalls Near Middletown

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
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

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

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 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
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

25.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

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

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Middletown

Are there free waterfalls near Middletown?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Middletown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Middletown?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Middletown, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Middletown?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Middletown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Middletown?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Middletown, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Middletown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Middletown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Middletown?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Middletown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Middletown?

The closest waterfall to Middletown is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 2.8 miles away.

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