Waterfall Hikes Near Northwest Harbor, NY

4,771 residents
New York Time Zone
9 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Northwest Harbor? There are 9 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Northwest Harbor. 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 41.0086°N, -72.2287°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Northwest Harbor

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

9 of 9 gauged

7 of 9 waterfalls near Northwest Harbor are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 74°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 75°F Partly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Northwest Harbor

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 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Northwest Harbor (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 Northwest Harbor (7 waterfalls)

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

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 9 Waterfalls Near Northwest Harbor

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 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
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

49.1 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Northwest Harbor

Are there free waterfalls near Northwest Harbor?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Northwest Harbor, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Northwest Harbor?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Northwest Harbor, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Northwest Harbor?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harbor, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harbor?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Northwest Harbor, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Northwest Harbor?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Northwest Harbor?

The tallest waterfall near Northwest Harbor is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Northwest Harbor?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Northwest Harbor have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Northwest Harbor?

The closest waterfall to Northwest Harbor is Silver Falls, approximately 20.2 miles away.

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