Waterfall Hikes Near Storrs, CT

17,606 residents
New York Time Zone
20 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Storrs? There are 20 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Storrs. 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 41.8083°N, -72.2514°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Storrs

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

20 of 20 gauged

8 of 20 waterfalls near Storrs are flowing strongly today

Albion Falls Strong Woonsocket Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Chapman Falls Moderate Doane Falls Low Royalston Falls Low Spirit Falls Low Horseshoe Falls Roaring Pawtucket Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Moderate Silver Falls Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Wallamanumps Falls Moderate The Cascade Moderate Sutton Falls Moderate Stepstone Falls Moderate South Hadley Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 71°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 75°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 72°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Thu 79°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Storrs

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Horseshoe Falls Roaring · 93 cfs 98th percentile
  2. 2 Yantic Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Quinebaug Falls Roaring · 121 cfs 93rd percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 35 cfs 86th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Westfield Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Storrs (6 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.

Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Storrs (12 waterfalls)

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

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 20 Waterfalls Near Storrs

Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

43.3 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft
Yantic Falls waterfall

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

41.3 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.6 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Wallamanumps Falls

14.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Stepstone Falls waterfall

Stepstone Falls

16.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Westfield Falls waterfall

Westfield Falls

49.1 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
Sutton Falls waterfall

Sutton Falls

17.2 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
South Hadley Falls waterfall CC

South Hadley Falls

33.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

The Cascade

22.4 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Pawtucket Falls

22.7 miles away
Rhode Island
Drive Up
0.1 miles 10 ft

Woonsocket Falls

23 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Albion Falls waterfall

Albion Falls

23.5 miles away
Rhode Island
Easy
0.6 miles 75 ft
Doane Falls waterfall

Doane Falls

35.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Horseshoe Falls waterfall

Horseshoe Falls

30.1 miles away
Rhode Island
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spirit Falls waterfall

Spirit Falls

36.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Royalston Falls waterfall

Royalston Falls

40.7 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.5 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Storrs

Are there free waterfalls near Storrs?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Storrs, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Storrs?

There are 6 easy waterfall hikes near Storrs, including Albion Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Storrs?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Storrs, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Storrs?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Storrs, including Buttermilk Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Storrs?

The shortest waterfall hike near Storrs is Albion Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Storrs?

The tallest waterfall near Storrs is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Storrs?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Storrs have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Storrs?

The closest waterfall to Storrs is Chapman Falls, approximately 19.6 miles away.

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