Waterfall Hikes Near Mystic, CT

4,417 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mystic? There are 13 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

13 of 13 gauged

2 of 13 waterfalls near Mystic are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 80°F

Sat 80°F Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 82°F Rain Showers
Tue 80°F Sunny Best
Wed 80°F Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 78°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Mystic

Updated 40 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Westfield Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Quinebaug Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Yantic Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 31st 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

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

Yantic Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mystic (8 waterfalls)

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

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Mystic

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Yantic Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

16 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
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

45.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

The Cascade

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

Pawtucket Falls

40.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

39.9 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 10 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 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mystic?

There are 10 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, 7 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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