Waterfall Hikes Near Northwest Harwinton, CT

3,202 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northwest Harwinton? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northwest Harwinton. 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 41.7769°N, -73.0794°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northwest Harwinton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

21 waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Low South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 98°F

Aft 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 92°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 98°F Sunny Best
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 91°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Northwest Harwinton

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  2. 2 High Falls Moderate · 123 cfs 35th percentile
  3. 3 Wallamanumps Falls Low · 286 cfs 13th percentile
  4. 4 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 1st percentile
  5. 5 Glendale Falls Barely Flowing · 78 cfs 1st percentile
  6. 6 Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing · 43 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northwest Harwinton (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.

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Northwest Harwinton (17 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

38.7 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 21 Waterfalls Near Northwest Harwinton

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northwest Harwinton

Are there free waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton?

There are 15 free waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northwest Harwinton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Northwest Harwinton, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northwest Harwinton?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton?

There are 18 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Northwest Harwinton, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northwest Harwinton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Northwest Harwinton is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton?

The tallest waterfall near Northwest Harwinton is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northwest Harwinton?

Yes, 12 waterfalls near Northwest Harwinton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northwest Harwinton?

The closest waterfall to Northwest Harwinton is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 9.6 miles away.

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Lebanon Spring

Lebanon Spring

46.6 mi 72°F

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