Waterfall Hikes Near New London, CT

27,596 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New London? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New London. 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 41.3502°N, -72.1022°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New London

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

9 waterfalls near New London have live flow data today

Chapman Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Low Yantic Falls Low Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Low Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Stepstone Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 78°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near New London

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 319 cfs 52nd percentile
  2. 2 Horseshoe Falls Moderate · 50 cfs 26th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Low · 6 cfs 24th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Low · 8 cfs 24th percentile
  5. 5 Quinebaug Falls Low · 27 cfs 23rd percentile
  6. 6 Yantic Falls Low · 27 cfs 23rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New London (3 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 New London (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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near New London

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
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Chapman Falls

28.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New London

Are there free waterfalls near New London?

There are 7 free waterfalls near New London, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New London?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near New London, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New London?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New London?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near New London, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New London?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near New London?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New London?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near New London have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New London?

The closest waterfall to New London is Silver Falls, approximately 8 miles away.

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