Waterfall Hikes Near Sandy Hook, CT

9,604 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Sandy Hook? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Sandy Hook. 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 41.4128°N, -73.2440°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Sandy Hook

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Sandy Hook have live flow data 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 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 101°F

Aft 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 101°F Sunny Best
Fri 99°F Sunny
Ind 95°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 89°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Sandy Hook

Updated about 1 hour 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 Chapman Falls Barely Flowing · 4 cfs 1st percentile
  3. 3 Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing · 14 cfs 0th percentile
  4. 4 Bear Rock Falls Barely Flowing · 209 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 25 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Sandy Hook (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

37.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Sandy Hook (13 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
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
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

36.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Sandy Hook

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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

4.7 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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

38.7 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
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

23.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Otis Falls

35.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

37.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Sandy Hook

Are there free waterfalls near Sandy Hook?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Sandy Hook, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Sandy Hook?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Sandy Hook, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Sandy Hook?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Sandy Hook, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Sandy Hook?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Sandy Hook, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Sandy Hook?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Sandy Hook, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Sandy Hook?

The shortest waterfall hike near Sandy Hook is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Sandy Hook?

The tallest waterfall near Sandy Hook is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Sandy Hook?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Sandy Hook have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Sandy Hook?

The closest waterfall to Sandy Hook is Roxbury Falls, approximately 7.8 miles away.

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