Waterfall Hikes Near Cincinnati, OH

1,692,702 residents

New York Time Zone

2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Cincinnati's waterfall page runs two entries deep. Derbyshire Falls is the usable one, an easy mile out and back with dogs allowed. Elkhorn Falls appears in our records as a name without numbers. The rivers in this corner of Ohio run broad and low, which keeps the local list thin. When the itch for bigger water hits, Hocking Hills and the Red River Gorge are the classic drives, both beyond this page's fifty-mile line.

Located at 39.1413°N, -84.5060°W

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Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Elkhorn Falls Barely Flowing

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cincinnati (1 waterfall)

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Derbyshire Falls

28.8 miles away

Indiana

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Cincinnati

Elkhorn Falls

39.2 miles away

Indiana

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Derbyshire Falls

28.8 miles away

Indiana

Moderate

2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cincinnati

Are there free waterfalls near Cincinnati?

There is 1 free waterfall near Cincinnati, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cincinnati?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Cincinnati, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cincinnati?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Cincinnati, including Derbyshire Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cincinnati?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cincinnati is Derbyshire Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cincinnati?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Cincinnati have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cincinnati?

The closest waterfall to Cincinnati is Elkhorn Falls, approximately 46.3 miles away.

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