Waterfall Hikes Near Nelsonville, OH

4,269 residents
New York Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nelsonville? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Nelsonville. 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 39.4561°N, -82.2211°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

1 of 2 waterfalls near Nelsonville is flowing strongly today

Cedar Falls Barely Flowing Grove Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 84°F

Aft 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 81°F Sunny
Lab 82°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Nelsonville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Grove Falls Roaring · 54 cfs 91st percentile
  2. 2 Cedar Falls Barely Flowing · 182 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Nelsonville (1 waterfall)

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.

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

49.9 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.9 miles 100 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

49.9 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.9 miles 100 ft
Grove Falls waterfall CC

Grove Falls

35.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nelsonville

Are there free waterfalls near Nelsonville?

There is 1 free waterfall near Nelsonville, including Cedar Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Nelsonville?

There is 1 easy waterfall hike near Nelsonville, including Cedar Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nelsonville?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Nelsonville, including Cedar Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nelsonville?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Nelsonville, including Cedar Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nelsonville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Nelsonville is Cedar Falls at 0.9 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Nelsonville?

The tallest waterfall near Nelsonville is Cedar Falls at 50 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Nelsonville?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Nelsonville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Nelsonville?

The closest waterfall to Nelsonville is Cedar Falls, approximately 14.6 miles away.

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