Waterfall Hikes Near Plattsville, CT

876 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Plattsville? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Plattsville. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.2260°N, -73.2591°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Plattsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near Plattsville have live flow data today

Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 102°F

Aft 89°F Partly Sunny
Wed 94°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 102°F Sunny Best
Fri 101°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 96°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 83°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Plattsville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 3 cfs 8th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 275 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing · 22 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Barely Flowing · 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Plattsville (1 waterfall)

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Plattsville (7 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

10.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Plattsville

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Great Falls

38.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Plattsville

Are there free waterfalls near Plattsville?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Plattsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Plattsville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Plattsville, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Plattsville?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Plattsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Plattsville?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Plattsville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Plattsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Plattsville is Buttermilk Falls at 1.0 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Plattsville?

The tallest waterfall near Plattsville is Wadsworth Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Plattsville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Plattsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Plattsville?

The closest waterfall to Plattsville is Roxbury Falls, approximately 16.3 miles away.

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