Waterfall Hikes Near Gales Ferry, CT

1,113 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gales Ferry? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gales Ferry. 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 41.4215°N, -72.0854°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gales Ferry

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

8 of 11 waterfalls near Gales Ferry are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 44 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 71°F

Aft 85°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 71°F Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Gales Ferry

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 94 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Quinebaug Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Shetucket Falls Strong · 499 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile

Know when to go.

Get a free email alert when waterfalls near Gales Ferry hit peak flow. We only send when conditions are worth the trip — no weekly newsletters, no spam.

Find waterfalls to hike near Gales Ferry

Have your own travel site? Embed these waterfalls for free.

🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gales Ferry (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.

Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 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 Gales Ferry (8 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 11 Waterfalls Near Gales Ferry

Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Quinebaug Falls

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

Shetucket Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Rhode Island
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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gales Ferry

Are there free waterfalls near Gales Ferry?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Gales Ferry, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gales Ferry?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Gales Ferry, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gales Ferry?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Gales Ferry, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gales Ferry?

There are 8 kid-friendly waterfalls near Gales Ferry, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gales Ferry?

The shortest waterfall hike near Gales Ferry is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Gales Ferry?

The tallest waterfall near Gales Ferry is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gales Ferry?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Gales Ferry have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gales Ferry?

The closest waterfall to Gales Ferry is Yantic Falls, approximately 5.7 miles away.

🏙️ Other Cities Near Gales Ferry With Waterfalls

New London, CT
27,596 residents
Norwich, CT
166,885 residents
Willimantic, CT
17,762 residents
Storrs, CT
17,606 residents
Middletown, CT
48,152 residents
Wallingford Center, CT
18,738 residents
Newport, RI
25,087 residents
Meriden, CT
60,556 residents
Newport East, RI
11,644 residents
New Haven, CT
565,572 residents
Warwick, RI
82,783 residents
New Britain, CT
74,212 residents

Where to Stay

Hotels & Lodges Booking.com

Find hotels, lodges, and B&Bs near the trailhead
Cabins & Rentals VRBO

Browse vacation cabins and private rentals nearby
Glamping Hipcamp

Unique outdoor stays — tents, yurts, and treehouses
RV Rentals Outdoorsy

Rent a campervan or RV for your waterfall road trip

Some links are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

← → walk · Esc to stop