Waterfall Hikes Near New Haven, CT

565,572 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

New Haven sits on the Long Island Sound with a mix of coastal plains, river valleys and low rocky ridgelines that transition into wooded uplands and narrow gorges inland. Nearby waterfall hikes range from moderate wooded ridge and canyon scrambles to a handful of easy, short roadside cascades and one drive-up site. The area’s appeal lies in its urban proximity—short drives take hikers from city streets to varied terrain and preserved greenways.

Located at 41.3113°N, -72.9246°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Haven

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near New Haven have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Aft 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near New Haven

Updated 37 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 33 cfs 36th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing · 234 cfs 3rd percentile
  4. 4 Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 2nd percentile
  5. 5 Yantic Falls Barely Flowing · 27 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 10 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Haven (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

45.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Haven (10 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

30.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Chapman Falls

43.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near New Haven

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

30.8 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Silver Falls

45.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

31.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

34.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Haven

Are there free waterfalls near New Haven?

There are 10 free waterfalls near New Haven, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Haven?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near New Haven, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Haven?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Haven, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Haven?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Haven, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Haven?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Haven is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Haven?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Haven?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near New Haven have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Haven?

The closest waterfall to New Haven is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 19.7 miles away.

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