Waterfall Hikes Near Akron, OH

541,945 residents
New York Time Zone
13 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

The Cuyahoga Valley starts at Akron's northern edge, which makes waterfall access here about the easiest in Ohio. Brandywine Falls, 65 feet, is twenty minutes out, with a 1.5-mile loop and 160 feet of gain past the old mill site. Blue Hen and Buttermilk hide deeper in the park. Toward Cleveland you pick up Bridal Veil at 20 feet, Mill Creek Falls at 48, and the drive-up view in the village of Chagrin Falls. Thirteen falls in range, and dogs are allowed at nearly every one.

Located at 41.0798°N, -81.5219°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Akron

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

13 of 13 gauged

2 of 13 waterfalls near Akron are flowing strongly today

Blue Hen Falls Strong Buttermilk Falls Strong Brandywine Falls Moderate Bridal Veil Falls Moderate Chagrin Falls Moderate Great Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Moderate Minnehaha Falls Moderate Quakertown Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 84°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 80°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Akron

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Roaring · 90 cfs 90th percentile
  2. 2 Blue Hen Falls Strong · 506 cfs 76th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Strong · 506 cfs 76th percentile
  4. 4 Brandywine Falls Moderate · 16 cfs 69th percentile
  5. 5 Bridal Veil Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 65th percentile
  6. 6 Chagrin Falls Moderate · 115 cfs 65th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Akron (4 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

32.2 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 160 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

29.9 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Akron (11 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

30.3 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

37.7 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.5 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

40.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 13 Waterfalls Near Akron

Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

32.2 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 160 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

30.3 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

29.9 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

37.7 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

36.5 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

40.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

45.9 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

1.7 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Deans Fall

48.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

28.5 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

28.8 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

36.9 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

9.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Akron

Are there free waterfalls near Akron?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Akron, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Akron?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Akron, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Akron?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Akron, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Akron?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Akron, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Akron?

The shortest waterfall hike near Akron is Blue Hen Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Akron?

The tallest waterfall near Akron is Brandywine Falls at 65 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Akron?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Akron have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Akron?

The closest waterfall to Akron is Brandywine Falls, approximately 10.3 miles away.

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