Waterfall Hikes Near Old Greenwich, CT

7,060 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Old Greenwich? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Old Greenwich. 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 41.0254°N, -73.5692°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Old Greenwich

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

6 waterfalls near Old Greenwich have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 103°F

Aft 91°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 95°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 103°F Sunny Best
Fri 102°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Old Greenwich

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Low · 3 cfs 10th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 51 cfs 7th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Old Greenwich (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Old Greenwich (6 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Old Greenwich

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

34 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

28.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

42.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

19.9 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Old Greenwich

Are there free waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Old Greenwich?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Old Greenwich, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Old Greenwich?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Old Greenwich?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

The tallest waterfall near Old Greenwich is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Old Greenwich?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Old Greenwich have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Old Greenwich?

The closest waterfall to Old Greenwich is Rippowan Falls, approximately 2.2 miles away.

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