Waterfall Hikes Near Old Greenwich, CT

7,060 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Old Greenwich? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Old Greenwich. 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 41.0254°N, -73.5692°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Old Greenwich

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

2 of 6 waterfalls near Old Greenwich are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

Aft 84°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 79°F Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 77°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 Old Greenwich

Updated 26 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 41 cfs 77th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 161 cfs 75th percentile
  3. 3 Rippowan Falls Moderate · 32 cfs 73rd percentile
  4. 4 Roxbury Falls Moderate · 103 cfs 72nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Old Greenwich (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Old Greenwich (6 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Old Greenwich

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Maple Falls waterfall

Maple Falls

31.6 miles away
New Jersey
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Old Greenwich

Are there free waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Old Greenwich?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Old Greenwich, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Old Greenwich?

There are 6 dog-friendly waterfalls near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

There are 6 kid-friendly waterfalls near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Old Greenwich, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Old Greenwich?

The shortest waterfall hike near Old Greenwich is Buttermilk Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Old Greenwich?

The tallest waterfall near Old Greenwich is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Old Greenwich?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Old Greenwich have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Old Greenwich?

The closest waterfall to Old Greenwich is Rippowan Falls, approximately 2.2 miles away.

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