Waterfall Hikes Near Mystic, CT

4,417 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mystic? There are 13 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mystic. 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 41.3562°N, -71.9546°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mystic

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

6 of 13 waterfalls near Mystic are flowing strongly today

Chapman Falls Moderate Horseshoe Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Woonsocket Falls Strong Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate

Updated 24 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Sunny · 70°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 70°F Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Sunny
Wed 73°F Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Mystic

Updated about 2 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 · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 96th percentile
  4. 4 Shetucket Falls Strong · 499 cfs 89th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Mystic (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
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mystic (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
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Mystic

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
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

16.5 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
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

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Pawtucket Falls waterfall

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

23 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mystic

Are there free waterfalls near Mystic?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Mystic?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Mystic, including Pawtucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mystic?

There are 8 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mystic?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mystic, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mystic?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Mystic?

The tallest waterfall near Mystic is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mystic?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Mystic have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mystic?

The closest waterfall to Mystic is Quinebaug Falls, approximately 13.4 miles away.

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