Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgebury, CT

2,187 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgebury? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgebury. 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 41.3570°N, -73.5267°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgebury

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

7 of 17 waterfalls near Ridgebury 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 Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Great Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Aft 81°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 73°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Ridgebury

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Verkeerder Kill Falls Roaring · 1540 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 42 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgebury (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.

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ridgebury (16 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

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

40 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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Ridgebury

Rippowan Falls waterfall

Rippowan Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Great Falls

40 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
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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
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
High Falls waterfall

High Falls

11.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

12.4 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 ft
Verkeerder Kill Falls waterfall CC

Verkeerder Kill Falls

13.8 miles away
New York
Moderate
6.5 miles 700 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ridgebury

Are there free waterfalls near Ridgebury?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Ridgebury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Ridgebury?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Ridgebury, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ridgebury?

There are 16 dog-friendly waterfalls near Ridgebury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgebury?

There are 16 kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgebury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Ridgebury?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Ridgebury, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ridgebury?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Ridgebury?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Ridgebury?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Ridgebury have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Ridgebury?

The closest waterfall to Ridgebury is Rippowan Falls, approximately 15.8 miles away.

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