Waterfall Hikes Near Pawcatuck, CT

5,570 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pawcatuck? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pawcatuck. 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 41.3774°N, -71.8492°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pawcatuck

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

2 of 14 waterfalls near Pawcatuck are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Barely Flowing Woonsocket Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Low Pawtucket Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Moderate Yantic Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong The Cascade Barely Flowing Sutton Falls Low Stepstone Falls Barely Flowing

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Sat 81°F Sunny
Sun 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 82°F Rain Showers
Tue 81°F Sunny
Wed 82°F Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Pawcatuck

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Westfield Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 54th 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 Pawcatuck (5 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 Pawcatuck (8 waterfalls)

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

Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Pawcatuck

Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Sutton Falls

45.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

40.2 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

39.9 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

39.4 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft

The Cascade

40.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

4.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pawcatuck

Are there free waterfalls near Pawcatuck?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Pawcatuck, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pawcatuck?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Pawcatuck, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pawcatuck?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pawcatuck, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pawcatuck?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pawcatuck, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pawcatuck?

The shortest waterfall hike near Pawcatuck is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Pawcatuck?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pawcatuck?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near Pawcatuck have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pawcatuck?

The closest waterfall to Pawcatuck is Horseshoe Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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