Waterfall Hikes Near Wainscott, NY

585 residents
New York Time Zone
6 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wainscott? There are 6 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wainscott. 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 40.9592°N, -72.2508°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wainscott

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

6 of 6 gauged

5 of 6 waterfalls near Wainscott are flowing strongly today

Chapman Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Shetucket Falls Roaring Silver Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 70°F

Aft 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 78°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 70°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 73°F Sunny
Tue 76°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 75°F Partly Sunny
Thu 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Wainscott

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Quinebaug Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 97th percentile
  2. 2 Yantic Falls Roaring · 128 cfs 97th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Roaring · 517 cfs 95th percentile
  4. 4 Silver Falls Strong · 20 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Wadsworth Falls Strong · 20 cfs 79th percentile
  6. 6 Chapman Falls Moderate · 17 cfs 70th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Wainscott (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.

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Drive Up
0.1 miles 50 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Wainscott (5 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 6 Waterfalls Near Wainscott

Silver Falls waterfall CC

Silver Falls

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

Chapman Falls

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

Yantic Falls

35.2 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Quinebaug Falls waterfall

Quinebaug Falls

34.2 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Wainscott

Are there free waterfalls near Wainscott?

There are 5 free waterfalls near Wainscott, including Chapman Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Wainscott?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Wainscott, including Shetucket Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wainscott?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near Wainscott, including Chapman Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wainscott?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near Wainscott, including Chapman Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wainscott?

The shortest waterfall hike near Wainscott is Chapman Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Wainscott?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Wainscott?

Yes, 1 waterfall near Wainscott has nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Wainscott?

The closest waterfall to Wainscott is Silver Falls, approximately 23.5 miles away.

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