Waterfall Hikes Near Milford city , CT

50,664 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Milford city ? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Milford city . These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.2255°N, -73.0625°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Milford city

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near Milford city have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 89°F

Wed 95°F Areas Of Smoke
Thu 90°F Patchy Smoke then Mostly Sunny
Fri 89°F Sunny Best
Sat 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 86°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Milford city

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 3rd percentile
  2. 2 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 314 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 12 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 26 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 5 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 37 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Milford city (2 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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

20 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Milford city (9 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

40.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

2.8 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

16.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Milford city

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

40.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

20 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

2.8 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

16.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

15.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Milford city

Are there free waterfalls near Milford city ?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Milford city , including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Milford city ?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Milford city , including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Milford city ?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Milford city , including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Milford city ?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Milford city , including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Milford city ?

The shortest waterfall hike near Milford city is Buttermilk Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Milford city ?

The tallest waterfall near Milford city is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Milford city ?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Milford city have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Milford city ?

The closest waterfall to Milford city is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 22.9 miles away.

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