Timing is everything and that phrase could not be any truer when paying a visit to Great Falls. Depending on the season, Connecticut’s Niagra Falls changes its appearance like a chameleon changes colors. Let’s take a look at this mercurial waterfall and all its beauty.
Great Falls is located in Falls Village. Enjoy the view as you watch the water tumble over a 60-foot drop.
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This particular waterfall has been dubbed New England’s Niagara Falls.
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The falls are fed by Connecticut’s second largest river, the Housatonic.
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Above the falls is a dam. Much of the year the water is diverted for use in power generation and never makes it to the waterfall.
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Time your visit just right, either after a large rainfall, during the spring thaw, or during a dam release and Great Falls is something to behold.
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Listen to the thunderous rush of water as you view the massive volumes crashing over the ledge.
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Stand on the rocks above the falls to grab a bird’s eye view of this gorgeous natural wonder.
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But even if you visit on just an ordinary day, the falls are still quite stunning.
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Visit Connecticut’s Niagara Falls off of Dublin Road in Falls Village.
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Have you been to visit Great Falls lately? Or is it on your bucket list of things to do? Did you know that there is one county in Connecticut that has 10 amazing waterfalls to visit? Or if you’re feeling up for a workout, take this waterfall staircase hike for some unrivaled views.
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For more of the Nutmeg State’s natural beauty, join our Connecticut Nature Lovers Group on Facebook. You’ll be amazed at the photos being shared.
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