The Cascade
Connecticut · height not recorded · Meshomasic State Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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The Cascade is a waterfall in Connecticut. Height has not been officially recorded. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cascade (this page) | — | — | — | — | Free |
| Glen Falls | 2 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Carr Brook Falls | 3 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Shipyard Falls | 4 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Cascades | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Cascade | 5 mi | — | — | — | — |
Questions visitors ask about The Cascade
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
Is The Cascade in a national or state park?
Yes — The Cascade is inside Meshomasic State Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Is there a fee to visit The Cascade?
No entrance fee. Meshomasic State Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is The Cascade from a major city?
The Cascade is 2 miles from Lake Pocotopaug (about 3 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
41.6024, -72.5402
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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