Waterfall Hikes Near Northford, CT

6,189 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northford? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northford. 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 41.3949°N, -72.7826°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Northford have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan 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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Aft 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 98°F Sunny
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 88°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Northford

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Low · 305 cfs 17th percentile
  2. 2 Wallamanumps Falls Low · 286 cfs 13th percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 4th percentile
  5. 5 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northford (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

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northford (9 waterfalls)

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

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Northford

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 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
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

35.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

27.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northford

Are there free waterfalls near Northford?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Northford, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northford?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northford?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northford, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northford?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northford, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northford?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northford?

The tallest waterfall near Northford is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northford?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Northford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northford?

The closest waterfall to Northford is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 10 miles away.

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