Waterfall Hikes Near Southport, CT

1,515 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Southport? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Southport. 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 41.1350°N, -73.2873°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Southport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

6 of 11 waterfalls near Southport are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Campbell Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated 19 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 73°F

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

Flowing best right now near Southport

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 42 cfs 79th percentile
  3. 3 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  4. 4 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th 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 Southport (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 Southport (11 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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Southport

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

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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

40 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
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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

48.7 miles away
New York
Moderate
1.5 miles 500 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 Southport

Are there free waterfalls near Southport?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Southport, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Southport?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Southport?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Southport, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Southport?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Southport, including Buttermilk Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Southport?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Southport?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Southport?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Southport?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Southport have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Southport?

The closest waterfall to Southport is Rippowan Falls, approximately 15.1 miles away.

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