Waterfall Hikes Near Madison Center, CT

1,536 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Madison Center? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Madison Center. 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 41.2794°N, -72.6003°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Madison Center

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

8 of 12 waterfalls near Madison Center are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Roaring Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Roxbury Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Roaring Silver Falls Strong Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Wallamanumps Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Tod 84°F Sunny
Sat 79°F Sunny then Isolated Rain Showers
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 75°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Madison Center

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 97th percentile
  3. 3 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Shetucket Falls Roaring · 517 cfs 95th percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  6. 6 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Madison Center (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.

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Madison Center (8 waterfalls)

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

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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 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

All 12 Waterfalls Near Madison Center

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
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

33.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

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

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Madison Center

Are there free waterfalls near Madison Center?

There are 8 free waterfalls near Madison Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Madison Center?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Madison Center, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Madison Center?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Madison Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison Center?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Madison Center, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Madison Center?

The shortest waterfall hike near Madison Center is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Madison Center?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Madison Center?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Madison Center have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Madison Center?

The closest waterfall to Madison Center is Wadsworth Falls, approximately 16.1 miles away.

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