Waterfall Hikes Near Harrisburg, OH

224 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Harrisburg? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Harrisburg. 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 40.8873°N, -81.2300°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Harrisburg

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

14 waterfalls near Harrisburg have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 95°F

Wed 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 96°F Sunny
Fri 95°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 91°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Harrisburg

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Bridal Veil Falls Low · 40 cfs 22nd percentile
  2. 2 Chagrin Falls Low · 40 cfs 22nd percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls Low · 40 cfs 22nd percentile
  4. 4 Mill Creek Falls Low · 4 cfs 19th percentile
  5. 5 Cascade Falls Low · 68 cfs 12th percentile
  6. 6 Blue Hen Falls Barely Flowing · 356 cfs 6th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Harrisburg (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.

Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

43.6 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

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

Blue Hen Falls

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

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

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

All 14 Waterfalls Near Harrisburg

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

47 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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

43.9 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
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
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

16.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
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

Deans Fall

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

Cascade Falls

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

Homewood Falls

43 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

39.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Harrisburg

Are there free waterfalls near Harrisburg?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Harrisburg?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Harrisburg?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Harrisburg?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Harrisburg?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Harrisburg?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Harrisburg?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Harrisburg have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Harrisburg?

The closest waterfall to Harrisburg is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 26.3 miles away.

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