Waterfall Hikes Near Gates Mills, OH

2,158 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gates Mills? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Gates Mills. These trails range from drive_up to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 41.5316°N, -81.4100°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gates Mills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

2 of 11 waterfalls near Gates Mills are flowing strongly today

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

Updated 17 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Sat 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 96°F Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Gates Mills

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 73rd percentile
  2. 2 Minnehaha Falls Moderate · 28 cfs 73rd percentile
  3. 3 Mill Creek Falls Moderate · 6 cfs 57th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Low · 45 cfs 24th percentile
  5. 5 Chagrin Falls Low · 45 cfs 24th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Low · 45 cfs 24th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Gates Mills (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

28.7 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Gates Mills (10 waterfalls)

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

Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Mill Creek Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

32.5 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Gates Mills

Deans Fall

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

Chagrin Falls

28.7 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Mill Creek Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

32.5 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Blue Hen Falls

27.9 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Minnehaha Falls

43.6 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gates Mills

Are there free waterfalls near Gates Mills?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Gates Mills?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gates Mills?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gates Mills?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gates Mills?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Gates Mills?

The tallest waterfall near Gates Mills is Brandywine Falls at 65 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Gates Mills?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Gates Mills have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Gates Mills?

The closest waterfall to Gates Mills is Deans Fall, approximately 1.4 miles away.

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