Waterfall Hikes Near Stepney, CT

3,674 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stepney? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stepney. 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 41.3256°N, -73.2674°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stepney

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

2 of 15 waterfalls near Stepney are 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 Low Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Moderate Great Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated 39 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 81°F

Sat 81°F Sunny Best
Sun 80°F Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Mon 83°F Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 83°F Sunny
Wed 84°F Sunny
Thu 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 79°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Stepney

Updated 39 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Westfield Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  2. 2 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 43 cfs 78th percentile
  3. 3 Chapman Falls Moderate · 21 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Moderate · 29 cfs 54th percentile
  5. 5 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 153 cfs 41st percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Low · 39 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Stepney (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

24.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Stepney (14 waterfalls)

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

10.1 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

18.7 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Stepney

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

49 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

16 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

20.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

48.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

38.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.7 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

30.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stepney

Are there free waterfalls near Stepney?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Stepney, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stepney?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stepney?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Stepney, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stepney?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Stepney, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stepney?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stepney?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Stepney?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stepney?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Stepney have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stepney?

The closest waterfall to Stepney is Roxbury Falls, approximately 11.1 miles away.

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