Waterfall Hikes Near Brookfield Center, CT

170 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brookfield Center? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brookfield Center. 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 41.4623°N, -73.3875°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brookfield Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

5 of 15 waterfalls near Brookfield Center are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 76°F Sunny Best
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Brookfield Center

Updated 24 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 35 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 41 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls Strong · 473 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 73rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Brookfield Center (2 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 Brookfield Center (13 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

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
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 15 Waterfalls Near Brookfield Center

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
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
Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

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

Race Brook Falls

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

Bash Bish Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Otis Falls

21.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brookfield Center

Are there free waterfalls near Brookfield Center?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Brookfield Center?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Brookfield Center, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brookfield Center?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Brookfield Center, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookfield Center?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Brookfield Center, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Brookfield Center?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brookfield Center?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Brookfield Center?

The tallest waterfall near Brookfield Center is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brookfield Center?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Brookfield Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brookfield Center?

The closest waterfall to Brookfield Center is Roxbury Falls, approximately 5.4 miles away.

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