Waterfall Hikes Near Pekin, OH

352 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pekin? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pekin. 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 40.7207°N, -81.1247°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pekin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

11 waterfalls near Pekin have live flow data today

Blue Hen Falls Barely Flowing Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing Brandywine Falls Low Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Chagrin Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Barely Flowing Minnehaha Falls Barely Flowing Homewood Falls Barely Flowing Quakertown Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 80°F

Mon 85°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 79°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 77°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Sunny Best
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 83°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pekin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Brandywine Falls Low · 1 cfs 15th percentile
  2. 2 Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing · 30 cfs 6th percentile
  3. 3 Chagrin Falls Barely Flowing · 30 cfs 6th percentile
  4. 4 Great Falls Barely Flowing · 30 cfs 6th percentile
  5. 5 Blue Hen Falls Barely Flowing · 294 cfs 4th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Barely Flowing · 294 cfs 4th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pekin (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.

Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

13.6 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

32.4 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 160 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pekin (9 waterfalls)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

13.9 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

23.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 11 Waterfalls Near Pekin

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

47 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

13.6 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

13.9 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

37.3 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

23.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

32.4 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 160 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

33 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

33 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft
Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

33.8 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

37.4 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pekin

Are there free waterfalls near Pekin?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Pekin, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pekin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pekin?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Pekin, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pekin?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Pekin, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pekin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pekin?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pekin?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Pekin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pekin?

The closest waterfall to Pekin is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 22.6 miles away.

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