Wolcott Falls

New Haven County, Connecticut

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height: 23 ft (7 m)
Location: New Haven County, Connecticut
Access status: Short land trust path and street parking documented
The walk: About 0.1 miles each way
Ground & access: Short cleared path along a creek, ending near the top of the falls.

West Rock Trails: Hikes to Waterfalls Near West Rock

Wolcott Falls is a waterfall over 20 feet tall on Shepard Brook in Hamden. The falls are owned by the Town of Hamden and the Hamden Land Conservation Trust manages the narrow trail corridor to them. Take the path beside the house at 15 Timberwood Trail, just off Shepard Avenue near the Hamden Public Works garage. A short walk along the brook ends at the top of the falls.

Plan your visit

Timberwood Trail (street) off Shepard Avenue to Wolcott Falls

West Rock Trails gives 0.1 mile from the street to the falls.

Short cleared path along a creek, ending near the top of the falls.

Where to start

Park along the street. There is no parking lot. The path runs beside a private home, so keep to the land trust corridor.

Timing & water

Best after rain or snowmelt. West Rock Trails notes summer flows in the area are low.

Before you go

No fee or reservation is mentioned.

Visitor information

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More waterfalls nearby

Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Waterfall location

New Haven County, Connecticut.

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