Waterfall Hikes Near New Preston, CT

1,026 residents
New York Time Zone
24 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Preston? There are 24 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Preston. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.6813°N, -73.3523°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Preston

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

24 of 24 gauged

8 of 24 waterfalls near New Preston 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 Moderate High Falls Moderate Rossman Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Glendale Falls Moderate Glenerie Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Lulu Cascade Moderate Wahconah Falls Moderate Nevele Falls Strong Otis Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring Stony Kill Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 80°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 75°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 71°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 78°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near New Preston

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Stony Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  2. 2 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1560 cfs 99th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 35 cfs 86th percentile
  4. 4 Nevele Falls Strong · 26 cfs 83rd percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Preston (2 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around New Preston (19 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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 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
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49.9 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

All 24 Waterfalls Near New Preston

Rossman Falls

19.6 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Hanging Rock Falls waterfall

Hanging Rock Falls

3 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near New Preston

Are there free waterfalls near New Preston?

There are 15 free waterfalls near New Preston, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Preston?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near New Preston, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Preston?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Preston, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Preston?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Preston, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near New Preston?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Preston?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Preston is Bash Bish Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Preston?

The tallest waterfall near New Preston is Verkeerder Kill Falls at 187 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Preston?

Yes, 8 waterfalls near New Preston have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Preston?

The closest waterfall to New Preston is Roxbury Falls, approximately 9.9 miles away.

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