Wadsworth Falls State Park

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TOWN // Middletown

COST // Free

BEST FOR // waterfall, woodland trails, swimming in designated area

SEASON // year-round, swimming area open seasonally

ABOUT //
Wadsworth Falls State Park stretches across Middletown and Middlefield, with wooded trails, river views + two waterfalls to explore. At the Big Falls, water spills in a broad sheet over a shelf of rock—and the view is only a short walk from the parking area. The larger park offers miles of trails through the woods, along with a separate swimming + picnic area during the warmer months.

Go for a quick look at the falls or make an afternoon of it—there is plenty of room here to wander all year-round.

GOOD TO KNOW //
• Big Falls is for viewing only—swimming + picnicking are not allowed there.
• Stairs to get to lower waterfall area at the Big Falls (can be slippery)
• Use the main Middletown entrance for the designated swimming + picnic areas.
• Big Falls and the main park have separate parking areas—check the park map before heading out.
• Dogs are welcome on leash along the trails + in picnic areas.
• The park is open from sunrise to sunset.
• Water levels + waterfall flow vary with recent rainfall.