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Valley Falls Park

Park · Vernon, Connecticut

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Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 47 ft³/s over 17 years).
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National historic landmark park featuring waterfall vistas, 8.5 miles of hiking trails & a beach.

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 01119382, as of Aug 22, 2:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 47 ft³/s over 17 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 2:15 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
27 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.01 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 47 ft³/s over 17 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Connecticut yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge WILLIMANTIC RIVER AT MERROW RD. NEAR MERROW, CT (6.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 2:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Valley Falls Park

H: 73° L: 63°
Overcast
Overcast
66°
|
Feels like 67°
Precipitation
50%
Humidity
87%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Overcast
67°
3 AM
Overcast
66°
6 AM
Overcast
65°
9 AM
Overcast
68°
12 PM
Overcast
70°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
6 PM
Mist
65°
9 PM
Fog
63°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Valley Falls Park?
Valley Falls Park is a park in Vernon, Connecticut.
Can you swim at Valley Falls Park?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Valley Falls Park rated?
Valley Falls Park in Vernon, Connecticut has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 671 reviews.
What amenities does Valley Falls Park have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Valley Falls Park include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

300 Valley Falls Rd, Vernon, CT 06066

Vernon, Connecticut 06066

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

Camping nearby🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes