Waterfall Hikes Near Stratford Downtown, CT

1,949 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Stratford Downtown? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Stratford Downtown. 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 41.1989°N, -73.1276°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Stratford Downtown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

6 of 12 waterfalls near Stratford Downtown are flowing strongly today

Buttermilk Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Campbell Falls Moderate Umpachene Falls Moderate Chapman Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Otis Falls Moderate Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Silver Falls Strong Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 84°F Sunny
Sat 81°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 Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Stratford Downtown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 36 cfs 87th percentile
  2. 2 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 42 cfs 79th 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 Stratford Downtown (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 Stratford Downtown (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
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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27 miles away
New York
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Stratford Downtown

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
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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Campbell Falls

49.9 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chapman Falls waterfall

Chapman Falls

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

Great Falls

40 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Umpachene Falls

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

Otis Falls

21.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Stratford Downtown

Are there free waterfalls near Stratford Downtown?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Stratford Downtown, including Buttermilk Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Stratford Downtown?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Stratford Downtown, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Stratford Downtown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Stratford Downtown?

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

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Stratford Downtown?

There is 1 waterfall that allows swimming near Stratford Downtown, including Umpachene Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Stratford Downtown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Stratford Downtown is Buttermilk Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Stratford Downtown?

The tallest waterfall near Stratford Downtown is Chapman Falls at 60 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Stratford Downtown?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near Stratford Downtown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Stratford Downtown?

The closest waterfall to Stratford Downtown is Roxbury Falls, approximately 23.2 miles away.

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