Waterfall Hikes Near Cleveland, OH

1,680,247 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Cleveland sits on the southern shore of Lake Erie within a glaciated plain dissected by the Cuyahoga River and a network of steep ravines and sandstone-shale gorges. Nearby waterfall hikes range from moderate canyon scrambles through second-growth hardwoods to short roadside cascades and one drive-up viewpoint, with accessible trailheads near residential neighborhoods. The mix of post-glacial moraines, exposed bedrock and urban-adjacent greenways gives hikers a compact variety of terrain and geological contrasts.

Located at 41.4764°N, -81.6805°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cleveland

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Cleveland have live flow data today

Blue Hen Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Brandywine Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Chagrin Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Moderate Cascade Falls Low Minnehaha Falls Low Mill Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 87°F

Tod 92°F Sunny
Wed 90°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Sunny Best
Fri 86°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 84°F Rain Showers Likely
Mon 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Cleveland

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mill Creek Falls Moderate · 5 cfs 66th percentile
  2. 2 Blue Hen Falls Moderate · 656 cfs 39th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 656 cfs 39th percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Low · 73 cfs 13th percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Low · 37 cfs 10th percentile
  6. 6 Minnehaha Falls Low · 37 cfs 10th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cleveland (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.

Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

30.4 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cleveland (10 waterfalls)

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

Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Great Falls

22.1 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Cleveland

Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

21.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Great Falls

22.1 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

30.4 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Deans Fall

34.8 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

14.3 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

14.7 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

16.7 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 160 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

27.5 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Minnehaha Falls

40.2 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cleveland

Are there free waterfalls near Cleveland?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Cleveland, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cleveland?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cleveland?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cleveland, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cleveland?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cleveland, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cleveland?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Cleveland?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cleveland?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Cleveland have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cleveland?

The closest waterfall to Cleveland is Mill Creek Falls, approximately 3.9 miles away.

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