Waterfall Hikes Near Riverton, CT

332 residents
New York Time Zone
25 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Riverton? There are 25 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Riverton. 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 41.9631°N, -73.0166°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Riverton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

25 of 25 gauged

1 of 25 waterfalls near Riverton is flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing Campbell Falls Barely Flowing Race Brook Falls Barely Flowing Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing High Falls Barely Flowing Rossman Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Glenerie Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Money Brook Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Strong Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Barely Flowing Twin Cascade Barely Flowing Tannery Falls Barely Flowing South Hadley Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 79°F

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

Flowing best right now near Riverton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 142 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Roxbury Falls Strong · 174 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 South Hadley Falls Low · 5020 cfs 15th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 501 cfs 3rd percentile
  5. 5 Wallamanumps Falls Barely Flowing · 452 cfs 2nd percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 264 cfs 1st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Riverton (4 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.

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

20.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Riverton (19 waterfalls)

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

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

21 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 25 Waterfalls Near Riverton

Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

30.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

13.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

20.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

21 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

38.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

46 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Windsor Jambs

49 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

17.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

45.1 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

Wallamanumps Falls

43.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

33.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

31.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

18.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft

Lulu Cascade

41.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Riverton

Are there free waterfalls near Riverton?

There are 17 free waterfalls near Riverton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Riverton?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Riverton, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Riverton?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Riverton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Riverton?

There are 20 kid-friendly waterfalls near Riverton, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Riverton?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Riverton, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Riverton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Riverton is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Riverton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Riverton?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Riverton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Riverton?

The closest waterfall to Riverton is Otis Falls, approximately 11.4 miles away.

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Lebanon Spring

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