Waterfall Hikes Near Branchville, CT

79 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Branchville? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Branchville. 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 41.2680°N, -73.4433°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Branchville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Branchville have live flow data today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Moderate Wadsworth Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Sunny · 72°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Chance Rain Showers
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Sunny
Wed 80°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 72°F Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Branchville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 39 cfs 64th percentile
  2. 2 Westfield Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 58th percentile
  3. 3 Wadsworth Falls Moderate · 18 cfs 58th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Moderate · 414 cfs 55th percentile
  5. 5 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 325 cfs 53rd percentile
  6. 6 Campbell Falls Moderate · 325 cfs 53rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Branchville (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

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

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

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

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Branchville

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Westfield Falls

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

Campbell Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Branchville

Are there free waterfalls near Branchville?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Branchville, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Branchville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Branchville, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Branchville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Branchville?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Branchville?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Branchville, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Branchville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Branchville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Branchville?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Branchville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Branchville?

The closest waterfall to Branchville is Rippowan Falls, approximately 15 miles away.

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