Waterfall Hikes Near New Britain, CT

74,212 residents
New York Time Zone
18 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Britain? There are 18 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Britain. 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 41.6759°N, -72.7862°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Britain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

18 of 18 gauged

4 of 18 waterfalls near New Britain are flowing strongly today

Bear Rock Falls Strong Campbell Falls Strong Race Brook Falls Strong Umpachene Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Otis Falls Low Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Low South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Chance Rain Showers · 75°F

Ind 94°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 75°F Chance Rain Showers Best
Tue 76°F Widespread Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 91°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 90°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near New Britain

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bear Rock Falls Strong · 292 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Campbell Falls Strong · 292 cfs 77th percentile
  3. 3 Umpachene Falls Strong · 292 cfs 77th percentile
  4. 4 Race Brook Falls Strong · 292 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls Moderate · 350 cfs 70th percentile
  6. 6 South Hadley Falls Moderate · 12400 cfs 47th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Britain (5 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.

South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

34.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Britain (14 waterfalls)

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

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

37.4 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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

16.4 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

All 18 Waterfalls Near New Britain

Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

37.4 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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

16.4 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
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

34.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

47 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

37 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

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

Yantic Falls

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

Silver Falls

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

Campbell Falls

48.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Great Falls

38.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

28.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

39.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

40.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

36.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Britain

Are there free waterfalls near New Britain?

There are 14 free waterfalls near New Britain, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Britain?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near New Britain, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Britain?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Britain, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Britain?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Britain, including Bear Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Britain?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near New Britain, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Britain?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Britain is Bear Rock Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Britain?

The tallest waterfall near New Britain is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Britain?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near New Britain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Britain?

The closest waterfall to New Britain is Westfield Falls, approximately 7.7 miles away.

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