This Day Trip Will Take You To The Best Wine And Waterfalls In Connecticut

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.

1. Buttermilk Falls, Plymouth

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

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 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.

4. Great Falls, Canaan

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 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

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

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 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.