Waterfall Hikes Near West Simsbury, CT

2,796 residents
New York Time Zone
27 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Simsbury? There are 27 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Simsbury. 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 41.8757°N, -72.8450°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Simsbury

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

27 of 27 gauged

4 of 27 waterfalls near West Simsbury are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Barely Flowing Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapel Falls Moderate Chapman Falls Strong Glendale Falls Low Great Falls Moderate Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Moderate Yantic Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Roaring Silver Falls Strong Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Low Wadsworth Falls Low Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Twin Cascade Low Tannery Falls Low Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Tod 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 88°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 88°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 87°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 87°F Sunny
Mon 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Simsbury

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Shetucket Falls Roaring · 1650 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 668 cfs 85th percentile
  3. 3 Wallamanumps Falls Moderate · 1710 cfs 72nd percentile
  4. 4 South Hadley Falls Moderate · 13700 cfs 71st percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Moderate · 97 cfs 66th percentile
  6. 6 The Cascades Moderate · 8600 cfs 45th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Simsbury (8 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 West Simsbury (23 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Westfield Falls

3.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

43 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 27 Waterfalls Near West Simsbury

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Otis Falls

28.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

43 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

3.1 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

35.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

4.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapel Falls waterfall

Chapel Falls

25 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

40.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

32.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Windsor Jambs

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

Bash Bish Falls

4.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

37.6 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

33.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.4 miles 100 ft
Twin Cascade waterfall

Twin Cascade

5.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Simsbury

Are there free waterfalls near West Simsbury?

There are 22 free waterfalls near West Simsbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Simsbury?

There are 8 easy waterfall hikes near West Simsbury, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Simsbury?

There are 23 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Simsbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Simsbury?

There are 24 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Simsbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near West Simsbury?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Simsbury?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near West Simsbury?

The tallest waterfall near West Simsbury is Tannery Falls at 80 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Simsbury?

Yes, 16 waterfalls near West Simsbury have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Simsbury?

The closest waterfall to West Simsbury is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 18.1 miles away.

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