Waterfall Hikes Near New Preston, CT

1,026 residents

New York Time Zone

24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Preston? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Preston. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.6813°N, -73.3523°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Preston

Today's Conditions

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Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

1 of 24 waterfalls near New Preston is flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Strong Glendale Falls Low Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Moderate Hanging Rock Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Verkeerder Kill Falls Moderate Stony Kill Falls Moderate

Updated 21 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny Best

Thu 85°F Patchy Fog then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

Fri 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sat 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Sun 84°F Sunny

Mon 85°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Tue 82°F Chance Rain Showers

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Preston (2 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Preston (19 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls

32.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

43 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

17.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Rock Falls

46.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls

36.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Race Brook Falls

40.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

All 24 Waterfalls Near New Preston

Roxbury Falls

32.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Great Falls

43 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

17.3 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Bear Rock Falls

46.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Campbell Falls

36.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Race Brook Falls

40.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

3.0 miles 800 ft

Umpachene Falls

35.4 miles away

Massachusetts

Easy

0.6 miles 100 ft

Bash Bish Falls

4.2 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Westfield Falls

3.5 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Wadsworth Falls

24.6 miles away

Connecticut

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Otis Falls

28.1 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Rippowan Falls

20.3 miles away

Connecticut

Easy

1.0 miles 200 ft

High Falls

42.2 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

20.1 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Buttermilk Falls

32.4 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.5 miles 500 ft

Verkeerder Kill Falls

35.8 miles away

New York

Moderate

6.5 miles 700 ft

Lulu Cascade

17 miles away

Massachusetts

Moderate

1.5 miles 300 ft

Stony Kill Falls

36.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

1.0 miles 200 ft

Glenerie Falls

16.7 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Nevele Falls

39 miles away

New York

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Preston

Are there free waterfalls near New Preston?

There are 15 free waterfalls near New Preston, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Preston?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near New Preston, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Preston?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Preston, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Preston?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Preston, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Preston?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near New Preston, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Preston?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Preston is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Preston?

The tallest waterfall near New Preston is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Preston?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near New Preston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Preston?

The closest waterfall to New Preston is Roxbury Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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