Waterfall Hikes Near Canaan, CT

1,353 residents
New York Time Zone
29 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Canaan? There are 29 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Canaan. 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 42.0347°N, -73.3322°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Canaan

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

29 of 29 gauged

2 of 29 waterfalls near Canaan are flowing strongly today

Bash Bish Falls Moderate Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate High Falls Moderate Meadow Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Glen Falls Moderate Kaaterskill Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapel Falls Moderate Dickinson Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wallamanumps Falls Moderate Twin Cascade Moderate Tannery Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 77°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 75°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 72°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Lab 74°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Canaan

Updated about 2 hours 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 Glenerie Falls Moderate · 161 cfs 74th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Moderate · 467 cfs 74th percentile
  5. 5 Race Brook Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 72nd percentile
  6. 6 Bear Rock Falls Moderate · 369 cfs 72nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Canaan (4 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.

Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Canaan (21 waterfalls)

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

Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49.9 miles away
Massachusetts
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
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

All 29 Waterfalls Near Canaan

South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

33.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Glen Falls waterfall

Glen Falls

7 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Meadow Falls

28.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

14.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Tannery Falls waterfall

Tannery Falls

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

Twin Cascade

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

Chapel Falls

28 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
1.2 miles 200 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

49.1 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Dickinson Falls

37.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Canaan

Are there free waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 18 free waterfalls near Canaan, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Canaan?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Canaan, including Chapel Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Canaan?

There are 21 dog-friendly waterfalls near Canaan, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 22 kid-friendly waterfalls near Canaan, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Canaan?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Canaan, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Canaan?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Canaan?

The tallest waterfall near Canaan is Kaaterskill Falls at 260 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Canaan?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Canaan have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Canaan?

The closest waterfall to Canaan is Campbell Falls, approximately 4.7 miles away.

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