Waterfall Hikes Near Waterbury, CT

202,422 residents
New York Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waterbury? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Waterbury. 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 41.5582°N, -73.0361°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waterbury

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Waterbury 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 Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Rippowan Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Wed 94°F Areas Of Smoke
Thu 89°F Patchy Smoke then Mostly Sunny
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 84°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Waterbury

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing ยท 298 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing ยท 27 cfs 2nd percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Barely Flowing ยท 314 cfs 2nd percentile
  4. 4 Umpachene Falls Barely Flowing ยท 247 cfs 0th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing ยท 9 cfs 0th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Barely Flowing ยท 9 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waterbury (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waterbury (17 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

37.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

40.4 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Campbell Falls

48.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Waterbury

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

37.4 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

40.4 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Otis Falls

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

Campbell Falls

48.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Great Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

39.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

24.6 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Bear Rock Falls

40.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

25.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

26.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

36.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

27 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

20 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

41.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

15.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waterbury

Are there free waterfalls near Waterbury?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waterbury?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Waterbury, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waterbury?

There are 17 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waterbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterbury?

There are 17 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Waterbury?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waterbury?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Waterbury?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waterbury?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Waterbury have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waterbury?

The closest waterfall to Waterbury is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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