Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown, OH

319,065 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Youngstown? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Youngstown. 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 41.0993°N, -80.6463°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

12 waterfalls near Youngstown have live flow data today

Blue Hen Falls Moderate Buttermilk Falls Moderate Brandywine Falls Barely Flowing Cascade Falls Low Minnehaha Falls Low Chagrin Falls Barely Flowing Grant City Falls Barely Flowing Springfield Falls Barely Flowing Spillway Falls Barely Flowing Homewood Falls Low Quakertown Falls Low Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 91°F

Tue 94°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 92°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 91°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 86°F Chance Rain Showers
Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Youngstown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Blue Hen Falls Moderate · 665 cfs 40th percentile
  2. 2 Buttermilk Falls Moderate · 665 cfs 40th percentile
  3. 3 Quakertown Falls Low · 1080 cfs 21st percentile
  4. 4 Cascade Falls Low · 38 cfs 14th percentile
  5. 5 Minnehaha Falls Low · 38 cfs 14th percentile
  6. 6 Homewood Falls Low · 1610 cfs 11th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Youngstown (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

40.2 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

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

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

Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

9.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

14.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

9.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

14.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

42.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Spillway Falls waterfall

Spillway Falls

41.5 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

41.1 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

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

Cascade Falls

40.3 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

28.4 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Blue Hen Falls

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

Chagrin Falls

30.4 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Youngstown

Are there free waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Youngstown?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Youngstown?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Youngstown?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Youngstown?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Youngstown?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Youngstown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Youngstown?

The closest waterfall to Youngstown is Quakertown Falls, approximately 9.5 miles away.

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