Waterfall Hikes Near Mystic, CT

4,417 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mystic? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mystic. 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 41.3562°N, -71.9546°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mystic

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Mystic have live flow data today

Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Pawtucket Falls Low Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 94°F

Aft 81°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Sunny Best
Ind 90°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Mystic

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Sutton Falls Moderate · 55 cfs 41st percentile
  2. 2 Pawtucket Falls Low · 155 cfs 18th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Low · 305 cfs 17th percentile
  4. 4 Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 5th percentile
  5. 5 Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 45 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mystic (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.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mystic (7 waterfalls)

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

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Mystic

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

18.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

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

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
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
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

48 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

42.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

42.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mystic

Are there free waterfalls near Mystic?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mystic?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Mystic, including Pawtucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mystic?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mystic?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mystic?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mystic is Chapman Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Mystic?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mystic?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Mystic have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mystic?

The closest waterfall to Mystic is Quinebaug Falls, approximately 13.4 miles away.

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