Waterfall Hikes Near West Haven, CT

55,336 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

West Haven is a beach town, so chasing waterfalls means putting Long Island Sound in the rearview. Eleven falls sit inside fifty miles, all short walks. Chapman Falls is the one to build a day around, 60 feet of ledgy drop in Devil's Hopyard State Park after 0.2 miles. Wadsworth Falls pairs a 30-foot drop with an honest 1.5-mile walk. Westfield Falls barely requires getting out of the car. Dogs are welcome across the whole list.

Located at 41.2739°N, -72.9672°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Haven

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

4 of 11 waterfalls near West Haven are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Roaring Campbell Falls Low Chapman Falls Low Otis Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Roaring Silver Falls Moderate Yantic Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Moderate Wadsworth Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Partly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 70°F Partly Sunny Best
Tue 66°F Mostly Cloudy
Wed 65°F Partly Sunny
Thu 64°F Mostly Cloudy
Fri 63°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 64°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 66°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near West Haven

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Otis Falls Roaring · 56 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 60 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Roxbury Falls Roaring · 110 cfs 90th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 14 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 68th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Haven (10 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.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles Unknown
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

23.8 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

25.6 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles Unknown
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

35.4 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

36.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.2 miles Unknown

All 11 Waterfalls Near West Haven

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles Unknown
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

23.8 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.5 miles Unknown
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

25.6 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles Unknown
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

35.4 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

36.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.2 miles Unknown
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

38.4 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

46.8 miles away
New York
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

47.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Unknown
Unknown Unknown
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.5 miles Unknown
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

49.8 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Haven

Are there free waterfalls near West Haven?

There are 10 free waterfalls near West Haven, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Haven?

There are 10 easy waterfall hikes near West Haven, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Haven?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Haven?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Haven, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Haven?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Haven?

The tallest waterfall near West Haven is Buttermilk Falls at 100 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Haven?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near West Haven have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Haven?

The closest waterfall to West Haven is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 19.7 miles away.

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