Waterfall Hikes Near Shelton, CT

41,206 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Shelton? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Shelton. 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 41.3060°N, -73.1383°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Shelton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Shelton have live flow data today

Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Low Chapman Falls Low Great Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Low Silver Falls Low Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 86°F Sunny
Tue 86°F Partly Sunny
Wed 93°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 97°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Shelton

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 273 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Campbell Falls Moderate · 273 cfs 66th percentile
  3. 3 Umpachene Falls Moderate · 273 cfs 66th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Moderate · 345 cfs 59th percentile
  5. 5 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 48th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 3 cfs 45th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Shelton (3 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 Shelton (12 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Shelton

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

10.7 miles away
New York
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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

17 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

36.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

37.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Shelton

Are there free waterfalls near Shelton?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Shelton, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Shelton?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Shelton, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Shelton?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Shelton, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelton?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Shelton, including Bear Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Shelton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Shelton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Shelton is Bear Rock Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Shelton?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Shelton?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Shelton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Shelton?

The closest waterfall to Shelton is Roxbury Falls, approximately 17.5 miles away.

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