Waterfall Hikes Near Old Saybrook Center, CT

2,017 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Old Saybrook Center? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Old Saybrook Center. 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 41.2918°N, -72.3682°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Old Saybrook Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

10 waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Aft 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Old Saybrook Center

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 Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing · 16 cfs 5th percentile
  3. 3 Horseshoe Falls Barely Flowing · 45 cfs 4th 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 Old Saybrook Center (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

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

Yantic Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

36.4 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Old Saybrook Center (8 waterfalls)

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

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

37.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Old Saybrook Center

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
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

36.5 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

18.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

20.6 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

19.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Old Saybrook Center

Are there free waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Old Saybrook Center?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Old Saybrook Center, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Old Saybrook Center?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Old Saybrook Center?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center?

The tallest waterfall near Old Saybrook Center is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Old Saybrook Center?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Old Saybrook Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Old Saybrook Center?

The closest waterfall to Old Saybrook Center is Chapman Falls, approximately 10.5 miles away.

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