Waterfall Hikes Near Plattsville, CT

876 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Plattsville? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Plattsville. 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 41.2260°N, -73.2591°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Plattsville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

6 of 12 waterfalls near Plattsville are flowing strongly today

Bear Rock Falls Moderate Campbell Falls Moderate Race Brook Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Great Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated 23 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 83°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 76°F Sunny Best
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 78°F Partly Sunny
Thu 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Plattsville

Updated 23 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 35 cfs 86th percentile
  2. 2 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 41 cfs 77th percentile
  5. 5 Great Falls Strong · 473 cfs 76th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 161 cfs 75th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Plattsville (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Plattsville (12 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 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
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

All 12 Waterfalls Near Plattsville

Roxbury Falls waterfall

Roxbury Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

39.9 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
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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 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
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Plattsville

Are there free waterfalls near Plattsville?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Plattsville, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Plattsville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Plattsville?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Plattsville, including Bear Rock Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Plattsville?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Plattsville, including Bear Rock Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Plattsville?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Plattsville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Plattsville is Bear Rock Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Plattsville?

The tallest waterfall near Plattsville is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Plattsville?

Yes, 5 waterfalls near Plattsville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Plattsville?

The closest waterfall to Plattsville is Roxbury Falls, approximately 16.3 miles away.

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