Waterfall Hikes Near New Britain, CT

74,212 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Britain? There are 20 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

20 of 20 gauged

10 of 20 waterfalls near New Britain are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 80°F

Mon 79°F Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Sunny
Sun 80°F Sunny Best

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 Wadsworth Falls Roaring ยท 77 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Silver Falls Roaring ยท 164 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Westfield Falls Roaring ยท 77 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Shetucket Falls Roaring ยท 554 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Roaring ยท 113 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Chapman Falls Roaring ยท 98 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Britain (6 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

17.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Britain (16 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

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

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 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

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

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

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

Otis Falls

30.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

43.2 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

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

Campbell Falls

35.3 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

18.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

18.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

38.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

46 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 16 free waterfalls near New Britain, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Britain?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near New Britain, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Britain?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Britain, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Britain?

There are 17 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, 11 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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