Waterfall Hikes Near Waterbury, CT

202,422 residents
New York Time Zone
21 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Waterbury drivers head northwest for their waterfalls, up into the Litchfield Hills. Campbell Falls straddles the Massachusetts line near Norfolk and asks for half a mile of walking. Buttermilk Falls takes 0.6 miles, Roxbury Falls half a mile along the Shepaug. The long drive east goes to Chapman Falls, 60 feet of water at Devil's Hopyard State Park. Twenty-one falls sit inside fifty miles of the Brass City, and dogs can join you at nearly every stop.

Located at 41.5582°N, -73.0361°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waterbury

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

21 of 21 gauged

9 of 21 waterfalls near Waterbury 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 Chapman Falls Moderate Glendale Falls Moderate Great Falls Strong Otis Falls Moderate Quinebaug Falls Roaring Yantic Falls Roaring Rippowan Falls Moderate Roxbury Falls Moderate Shetucket Falls Strong Silver Falls Strong Windsor Jambs Moderate Westfield Falls Strong Wadsworth Falls Strong Wahconah Falls Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 76°F

Aft 82°F Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 72°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Lab 76°F Sunny Best
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Waterbury

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Yantic Falls Roaring ยท 128 cfs 96th percentile
  2. 2 Quinebaug Falls Roaring ยท 128 cfs 96th percentile
  3. 3 Shetucket Falls Strong ยท 499 cfs 89th percentile
  4. 4 Buttermilk Falls Strong ยท 36 cfs 87th percentile
  5. 5 Silver Falls Strong ยท 20 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Wadsworth Falls Strong ยท 20 cfs 79th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Waterbury (5 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waterbury (19 waterfalls)

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Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 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

All 21 Waterfalls Near Waterbury

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Roxbury Falls

30.5 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
Wadsworth Falls waterfall

Wadsworth Falls

47.2 miles away
Connecticut
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Otis Falls waterfall

Otis Falls

21.6 miles away
Massachusetts
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
Umpachene Falls waterfall

Umpachene Falls

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

Yantic Falls

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

Glendale Falls

34.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Rock Falls waterfall

Bear Rock Falls

6.5 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Race Brook Falls waterfall

Race Brook Falls

5.8 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
3.0 miles 800 ft
Shetucket Falls waterfall

Shetucket Falls

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

Rippowan Falls

33.1 miles away
Connecticut
Easy
1.0 miles 200 ft
Bash Bish Falls waterfall

Bash Bish Falls

1.6 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
1.5 miles 300 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

Wahconah Falls

35.3 miles away
Massachusetts
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waterbury

Are there free waterfalls near Waterbury?

There are 19 free waterfalls near Waterbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Waterbury?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Waterbury, including Rippowan Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waterbury?

There are 19 dog-friendly waterfalls near Waterbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterbury?

There are 19 kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterbury, including Bash Bish Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Waterbury?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waterbury?

The shortest waterfall hike near Waterbury is Bash Bish Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Waterbury?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Waterbury?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Waterbury have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Waterbury?

The closest waterfall to Waterbury is Buttermilk Falls, approximately 5.5 miles away.

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