Waterfall Hikes Near Route 7 Gateway, CT

1,009 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Route 7 Gateway? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Route 7 Gateway. 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 41.3171°N, -73.4746°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Route 7 Gateway

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

6 of 14 waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway 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 Great Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Strong Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated 41 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 72°F

Aft 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 77°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 80°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Route 7 Gateway

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 38 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 172 cfs 83rd percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 44 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Strong · 484 cfs 78th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Route 7 Gateway (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 Route 7 Gateway (14 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 14 Waterfalls Near Route 7 Gateway

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
Passaic Falls waterfall

Passaic Falls

18.3 miles away
New Jersey
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Route 7 Gateway

Are there free waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Route 7 Gateway?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Route 7 Gateway, including Passaic Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Route 7 Gateway?

There are 14 dog-friendly waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway?

There are 14 kid-friendly waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway?

There are 2 waterfalls that allow swimming near Route 7 Gateway, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Route 7 Gateway?

The shortest waterfall hike near Route 7 Gateway is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway?

The tallest waterfall near Route 7 Gateway is Buttermilk Falls at 165 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Route 7 Gateway?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Route 7 Gateway have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Route 7 Gateway?

The closest waterfall to Route 7 Gateway is Rippowan Falls, approximately 16 miles away.

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