Waterfall Hikes Near Fishers Island, NY

53 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Fishers Island? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Fishers Island. 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 41.2700°N, -71.9892°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Fishers Island

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

5 of 10 waterfalls near Fishers Island are flowing strongly today

Chapman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Roaring Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 78°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 70°F Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Sunny
Wed 72°F Partly Sunny
Thu 77°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Fishers Island

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 93 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Quinebaug Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Yantic Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Shetucket Falls Moderate · 473 cfs 74th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Fishers Island (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.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Fishers Island (7 waterfalls)

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

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Fishers Island

Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Stepstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

17.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Fishers Island

Are there free waterfalls near Fishers Island?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Fishers Island, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Fishers Island?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Fishers Island, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Fishers Island?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Fishers Island, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Fishers Island?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Fishers Island, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Fishers Island?

The shortest waterfall hike near Fishers Island is Chapman Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Fishers Island?

The tallest waterfall near Fishers Island is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Fishers Island?

Yes, 4 waterfalls near Fishers Island have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Fishers Island?

The closest waterfall to Fishers Island is Quinebaug Falls, approximately 16.2 miles away.

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