Waterfall Hikes Near Cannondale, CT

532 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cannondale? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cannondale. 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 41.2161°N, -73.4252°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cannondale

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

6 of 14 waterfalls near Cannondale 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 Buttermilk Falls Strong Great Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Lab 77°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 78°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Cannondale

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 42 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Strong · 484 cfs 78th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cannondale (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 Cannondale (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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 14 Waterfalls Near Cannondale

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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

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

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cannondale

Are there free waterfalls near Cannondale?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cannondale?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cannondale?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cannondale?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cannondale?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cannondale?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cannondale?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cannondale?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Cannondale have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cannondale?

The closest waterfall to Cannondale is Rippowan Falls, approximately 13.2 miles away.

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