Waterfall Hikes Near Stamford, CT

135,413 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stamford? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stamford. 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 41.1039°N, -73.5585°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stamford

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

1 of 7 waterfalls near Stamford is flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 80°F Patchy Smoke
Sun 82°F Sunny
Mon 81°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Stamford

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Roxbury Falls Strong · 49 cfs 79th percentile
  2. 2 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 71st percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 70 cfs 67th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 52nd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Low · 9 cfs 12th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stamford (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

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

Passaic Falls

32.4 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

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

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near Stamford

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

48.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Maple Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

23.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stamford

Are there free waterfalls near Stamford?

There are 6 free waterfalls near Stamford, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stamford?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stamford?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stamford?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stamford?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stamford?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stamford?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stamford?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Stamford have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stamford?

The closest waterfall to Stamford is Rippowan Falls, approximately 3.1 miles away.

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