The northwest corner of Connecticut is a picturesque place to explore. Add wine and waterfalls and you have the makings of a day trip that is like a dream come true. Whether you’re looking for a girls’ day out or a romantic escape, this little getaway along a Connecticut wine trail will do the trick.

The entire road trip has less than 2 1/2 hours of driving time, so you’ll have plenty of time to linger and take in the sights. However, you can easily stretch this into a weekend getaway if you want to spend more time hiking and sipping. You can find the map and itinerary for the wine and waterfalls in Connecticut day trip here.

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1. Buttermilk Falls, Plymouth
Buttermilk Falls, Plymouth, CT 06786, USA
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Buttermilk Falls is one of the most eye-catching waterfalls in Connecticut to begin our trip. A 55-foot drop allows the water to tumble through a series of horsetails, cascades, and slides. The surrounding hemlock grove and abundance of ferns add to the ethereal quality of this spot.
2. Sunset Meadow Vineyards, Goshen
Sunset Meadow Vineyards, 599 Old Middle St, Goshen, CT 06756, USA
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Located in the gorgeous western highlands of Connecticut, Sunset Meadow Vineyard has an abundance of lovely scenery to admire. The award-winning wines will please any palate as you sip in the cozy tasting room. For more information, visit the Sunset Meadows Vineyards website.

Learn more about Sunset Meadow Vineyards and how they got started making wonderful Connecticut wine in this video:
3. Dean's Ravine Falls, Canaan
Dean's Ravine Falls, Falls Village, CT 06031, USA
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Dean's Ravine Falls boasts a vertical drop of 50 feet as Reed Brook cascades across the rocks. Resembling a long and languid staircase, these falls are an underrated destination in the Nutmeg State.

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4. Great Falls, Canaan
Great Falls, Canaan, CT 06031, USA
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Considered the Niagara Falls of New England, Great Falls is truly extraordinary. When the water is at full capacity the sight and sounds of these falls are awe-inspiring.
5. Kent Falls, Kent
Kent Falls State Park, 462 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757, USA
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Kent Falls is one of the most popular waterfalls in the Secret Corner. With a 250-foot overall drop, this spot is a photographer's dream. Take the short paved path from the parking area to witness this incredible natural wonder.

Go on an adventure to Kent Falls, Kent Falls State Park, and see what else Kent Connecticut has to offer in this video from MikeGetsLost:
6. Hopkins Vineyard, New Preston
Hopkins Vineyard, 25 Hopkins Rd, Warren, CT 06777, USA
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Overlooking Lake Waramaug, Hopkins Vineyard has scenery that stretches on for miles. Choose from reds, whites, or sparkling wines and enjoy a picnic on the grounds. For more information, visit the Hopkins Vineyard website.
7. Nonnewaug Falls, Bethlehem
Nonnewaug Falls, Falls Rd, Bethlehem, CT 06751, USA
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Enjoy an easy wooded walk to reach Nonnewaug Falls. While smaller than the other waterfalls on this trip, the dramatic 18-foot plunge is well worth the trip.
8. Hawk Ridge Winery, Watertown
Hawk Ridge Winery, 28 Plungis Rd, Watertown, CT 06795, USA
Hawk Ridge Winery
Hawk Ridge Winery is an ideal spot to end this wine and waterfalls road trip in Connecticut. Enjoy a wide variety of wines in the idyllic farmland setting. Warm weather weekend nights bring live music to the scene and a wonderful menu of appetizers and food pairs perfectly with a glass of wine. For more information, visit the Hawk Ridge Winery website.

Take a tour of Hawk Ridge Winery and see how the wine is made and bottled in this video:

What a unique idea, right? What could be more special than enjoying some local wine from CT wineries and exploring the beautiful waterfalls in Connecticut? So, who is going with you on this wonderful wine and waterfalls in Connecticut trip along the Connecticut wine trail? If you’re more of a beer fan than a wine lover, you’ll enjoy jumping on this tasty brewery trail.

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Wine And Waterfalls In Connecticut

Melissa M | April 16, 2021

Does Connecticut have wineries?

Connecticut is home to several wineries that are surrounded by idyllic scenery. And of course, delightfully delicious wine. Here are a few wineries in Connecticut:

  • Gouveia Vineyards, Wallingford, CT
  • Paradise Hills Vineyard & Winery, Wallingford, CT
  • Hawk Ridge Winery, Watertown, CT
  • Arrigoni Winery & Cider Co., Portland, CT
  • Priam Vineyards, Colchester, CT
  • Saltwater Farm Vineyard, Stonington, CT

 

Gouveia Vineyards in Wallingford sits on 140 acres of picturesque land. Come here in the evening and you’ll be treated to a stunning sunset as you sip on a glass of one of the award-winning wines. Along the Wequetequock River on 108 acres in Stonington is Saltwater Farm Vineyard. Enjoy a glass of vino with a stroll through the property or in the rustic, yet charming, tasting room.

What is the tallest waterfall in Connecticut?

Kent Falls in Kent Falls State Park spans the length of 250 feet before dropping into the Housatonic River. This waterfall is accessible with paved pathways leading right up to it. A stone terrace surrounds the pool at the bottom of the falls, providing a lovely place to sit and observe. If you want some exercise, there’s a scenic staircase to take you to the top of the falls. Although the staircase is steep, there are several observation points you can stop and rest at while you view the water cascading down.

Are there any other road trips I can take in Connecticut?

Don’t worry because we have several road trip ideas for you. If you enjoy visiting enchanting locales that look like they’ve been plucked right out of a fairytale book, then you may want to head out on our Fairytale Road Trip That Will Lead You To Some Of Connecticut’s Most Magical Places. This trip starts out at Studio 80 and Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme and ends at Pine Mountain Reserve in Ridgefield, with several magical places in between those two points. You can also take the 120-mile Shoreline Road Trip through the most picturesque coastal towns of Connecticut, starting in Stonington and ending in Greenwich. Drive time is three hours, but you’ll want to add plenty of time to explore these lovely towns.  Once you start enjoying day trips in Connecticut you won't want to stop!

 

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