Waterfall Hikes Near Lorain, PA

523 residents
New York Time Zone
10 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lorain? There are 10 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lorain. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.2961°N, -78.8959°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lorain

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

10 of 10 gauged

5 of 10 waterfalls near Lorain are flowing strongly today

Adams Falls Barely Flowing Cole Run Falls Moderate Laurel Falls Moderate Creek Falls Strong Cucumber Falls Strong Jonathan Run Falls Strong Ohiopyle Falls Strong Sugar Run Falls Strong Winding Staircase Falls Moderate White Tail Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 96°F

Wed 94°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Thu 96°F Sunny Best
Fri 95°F Sunny
Ind 92°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 86°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lorain

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Creek Falls Strong · 2990 cfs 80th percentile
  2. 2 Cucumber Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  3. 3 Jonathan Run Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  4. 4 Ohiopyle Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  5. 5 Sugar Run Falls Strong · 2530 cfs 80th percentile
  6. 6 Cole Run Falls Moderate · 516 cfs 56th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Lorain (2 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.

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lorain (7 waterfalls)

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

Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 10 Waterfalls Near Lorain

White Tail Falls waterfall

White Tail Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft

Winding Staircase Falls

2.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.0 miles 300 ft
Adams Falls waterfall

Adams Falls

41 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cole Run Falls waterfall

Cole Run Falls

32.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Laurel Falls waterfall

Laurel Falls

46.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Creek Falls waterfall

Creek Falls

19.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Run Falls waterfall

Sugar Run Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Jonathan Run Falls waterfall

Jonathan Run Falls

26.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
3.0 miles 200 ft
Ohiopyle Falls waterfall

Ohiopyle Falls

28.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
0.4 miles 50 ft
Cucumber Falls waterfall

Cucumber Falls

28.2 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lorain

Are there free waterfalls near Lorain?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Lorain, including Adams Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Lorain?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Lorain, including Jonathan Run Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lorain?

There are 7 dog-friendly waterfalls near Lorain, including Adams Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lorain?

There are 7 kid-friendly waterfalls near Lorain, including Adams Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lorain?

The shortest waterfall hike near Lorain is Adams Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Lorain?

The tallest waterfall near Lorain is Cucumber Falls at 30 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Lorain?

Yes, 7 waterfalls near Lorain have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Lorain?

The closest waterfall to Lorain is White Tail Falls, approximately 2.1 miles away.

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