Waterfall Hikes Near West Simsbury, CT

2,796 residents
New_York Time Zone
26 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Simsbury? There are 26 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

26 of 26 gauged

26 waterfalls near West Simsbury 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 Chapel Falls Barely Flowing Chapman Falls Barely Flowing Glendale Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Lulu Cascade Barely Flowing Wahconah Falls Barely Flowing Otis Falls Barely Flowing Quinebaug Falls Barely Flowing Yantic Falls Barely Flowing Roxbury Falls Barely Flowing Shetucket Falls Barely Flowing Silver Falls Barely Flowing Windsor Jambs Barely Flowing Westfield Falls Barely Flowing Wadsworth Falls Barely Flowing Wallamanumps Falls Low Turners Falls Moderate The Cascades Moderate Tannery Falls Barely Flowing South Hadley Falls Low

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 71°F

Thu 67°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Fri 71°F Sunny Best
Sat 61°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 62°F Rain Showers Likely
Mem 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 81°F Mostly Sunny

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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 (22 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Wadsworth Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Great Falls

28.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 26 Waterfalls Near West Simsbury

Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

43.8 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
The Cascades waterfall

The Cascades

26.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

10.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

Lulu Cascade

Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

43 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Simsbury

Are there free waterfalls near West Simsbury?

There are 21 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 22 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Simsbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Simsbury?

There are 23 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, 15 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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