Waterfall Hikes Near Oakville, CT

9,387 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakville? There are 21 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakville. 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 41.5893°N, -73.0905°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

6 of 21 waterfalls near Oakville 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 Strong Chapman Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Otis Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Windsor Jambs Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Wahconah Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 83°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 76°F Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Oakville

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Yantic Falls Roaring ยท 114 cfs 92nd percentile
  2. 2 Quinebaug Falls Roaring ยท 114 cfs 92nd percentile
  3. 3 Windsor Jambs Strong ยท 69 cfs 87th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong ยท 32 cfs 84th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong ยท 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Strong ยท 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Oakville (5 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 Oakville (19 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 21 Waterfalls Near Oakville

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

30.5 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Campbell Falls waterfall

Campbell Falls

49.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

21.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

12.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 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
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Glendale Falls waterfall

Glendale Falls

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Wahconah Falls waterfall

Wahconah Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oakville

Are there free waterfalls near Oakville?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Oakville, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Oakville?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Oakville, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakville?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakville?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Oakville?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Oakville, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Oakville is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Oakville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Oakville?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Oakville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Oakville?

The closest waterfall to Oakville is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 6.3 miles away.

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