Waterfall Hikes Near New Philadelphia, OH

17,602 residents
New York Time Zone
7 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near New Philadelphia? There are 7 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of New Philadelphia. 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 40.4860°N, -81.4401°W

Map of Waterfalls Near New Philadelphia

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

7 of 7 gauged

7 waterfalls near New Philadelphia have live flow data today

Blue Hen Falls Low Buttermilk Falls Low Brandywine Falls Barely Flowing Grove Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 90°F

Sat 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 84°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny
Thu 97°F Sunny
Fri 96°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near New Philadelphia

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Grove Falls Moderate · 90 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Blue Hen Falls Low · 370 cfs 18th percentile
  3. 3 Buttermilk Falls Low · 370 cfs 18th percentile
  4. 4 Brandywine Falls Barely Flowing · 2 cfs 0th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near New Philadelphia (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.

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 New Philadelphia (5 waterfalls)

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

Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

27.8 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Lyons Falls waterfall

Big Lyons Falls

34.6 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 7 Waterfalls Near New Philadelphia

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

47 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grove Falls waterfall CC

Grove Falls

46.8 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 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
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 New Philadelphia

Are there free waterfalls near New Philadelphia?

There are 5 free waterfalls near New Philadelphia, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near New Philadelphia?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near New Philadelphia, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in New Philadelphia?

There are 5 dog-friendly waterfalls near New Philadelphia, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near New Philadelphia?

There are 5 kid-friendly waterfalls near New Philadelphia, including Big Lyons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near New Philadelphia?

The shortest waterfall hike near New Philadelphia is Big Lyons Falls at 1.5 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near New Philadelphia?

The tallest waterfall near New Philadelphia is Brandywine Falls at 65 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around New Philadelphia?

Yes, 6 waterfalls near New Philadelphia have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to New Philadelphia?

The closest waterfall to New Philadelphia is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 12.4 miles away.

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