Waterfall Hikes Near Northwest Harbor, NY

4,771 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northwest Harbor? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northwest Harbor. 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 41.0086°N, -72.2287°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northwest Harbor

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

2 of 9 waterfalls near Northwest Harbor are flowing strongly today

Horseshoe Falls Low Shetucket Falls Low Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 81°F

Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 81°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Mon 84°F Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Sunny Best
Wed 83°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Northwest Harbor

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Westfield Falls Strong · 41 cfs 75th percentile
  2. 2 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 41 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Quinebaug Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Yantic Falls Moderate · 34 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northwest Harbor (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

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

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northwest Harbor (7 waterfalls)

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

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Northwest Harbor

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northwest Harbor

Are there free waterfalls near Northwest Harbor?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Northwest Harbor, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northwest Harbor?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Northwest Harbor, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northwest Harbor?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harbor, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harbor?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harbor, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northwest Harbor?

The shortest waterfall hike near Northwest Harbor is Chapman Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Northwest Harbor?

The tallest waterfall near Northwest Harbor is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northwest Harbor?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Northwest Harbor have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northwest Harbor?

The closest waterfall to Northwest Harbor is Silver Falls, approximately 20.2 miles away.

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