Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Vernon, OH

16,861 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Vernon? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Vernon. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 40.3854°N, -82.4737°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Vernon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Mount Vernon have live flow data today

Grove Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Sat 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 93°F Sunny
Wed 95°F Sunny
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Mount Vernon

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Grove Falls Moderate ยท 92 cfs 40th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mount Vernon (2 waterfalls)

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

Big Lyons Falls waterfall

Big Lyons Falls

34.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Lyons Falls waterfall

Little Lyons Falls

34.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Mount Vernon

Grove Falls waterfall CC

Grove Falls

46.8 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Big Lyons Falls waterfall

Big Lyons Falls

34.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Lyons Falls waterfall

Little Lyons Falls

34.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Vernon

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Vernon?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Mount Vernon, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Vernon?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Mount Vernon, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Vernon?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Vernon, including Big Lyons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Vernon?

The shortest waterfall hike near Mount Vernon is Big Lyons Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Mount Vernon?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Mount Vernon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Vernon?

The closest waterfall to Mount Vernon is Grove Falls, approximately 9 miles away.

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