Waterfall Hikes Near Lakewood, OH

50,605 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lakewood? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lakewood. 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 41.4822°N, -81.8008°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lakewood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Lakewood have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 88°F

Aft 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Fri 77°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
Sat 79°F Rain Showers Likely
Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 92°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 92°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lakewood

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Blue Hen Falls Moderate · 393 cfs 29th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 393 cfs 29th percentile
  3. 3 Brandywine Falls Low · 3 cfs 18th percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 9th percentile
  5. 5 Chagrin Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 9th percentile
  6. 6 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 41 cfs 9th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lakewood (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
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 Lakewood (10 waterfalls)

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

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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Lakewood

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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

32.3 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
Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

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

Blue Hen Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

27.8 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

44.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
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 Lakewood

Are there free waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lakewood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lakewood?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lakewood?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Lakewood?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lakewood?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Lakewood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lakewood?

The closest waterfall to Lakewood is Mill Creek Falls, approximately 9.2 miles away.

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