Waterfall Hikes Near Riverside, CT

9,093 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Riverside? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Riverside. 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 41.0318°N, -73.5827°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Riverside

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

1 of 6 waterfalls near Riverside is flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 97°F

Aft 96°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 97°F Sunny Best
Fri 97°F Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 85°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Riverside

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Roxbury Falls Roaring · 82 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing · 6 cfs 8th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 39 cfs 2nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Riverside (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

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

Passaic Falls

17.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Riverside (6 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.5 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Riverside

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

31.5 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Riverside

Are there free waterfalls near Riverside?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Riverside, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Riverside?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Riverside?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Riverside?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Riverside?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Riverside?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Riverside?

The tallest waterfall near Riverside is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Riverside?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Riverside have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Riverside?

The closest waterfall to Riverside is Rippowan Falls, approximately 2.5 miles away.

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