Waterfall Hikes Near Atwater, OH

742 residents
New York Time Zone
17 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Atwater? There are 17 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Atwater. 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 41.0258°N, -81.1600°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Atwater

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

17 of 17 gauged

15 of 17 waterfalls near Atwater are flowing strongly today

Blue Hen Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Brandywine Falls Roaring Bridal Veil Falls Roaring Chagrin Falls Roaring Great Falls Roaring Cascade Falls Strong Cascade Falls Roaring Minnehaha Falls Roaring Grant City Falls Roaring Springfield Falls Roaring Spillway Falls Roaring Homewood Falls Roaring Mill Creek Falls Strong Quakertown Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Atwater

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Roaring · 625 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Minnehaha Falls Roaring · 625 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Quakertown Falls Roaring · 6920 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Grant City Falls Roaring · 67 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Homewood Falls Roaring · 12900 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Springfield Falls Roaring · 67 cfs 97th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Atwater (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

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

Brandywine Falls

28.7 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 160 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

31 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Atwater (12 waterfalls)

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

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Quakertown Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

All 17 Waterfalls Near Atwater

Minnehaha Falls waterfall

Minnehaha Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Quakertown Falls

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

Brandywine Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

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

Blue Hen Falls

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

Chagrin Falls

14.9 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

39.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Deans Fall

23 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

49.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

24.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grant City Falls waterfall CC

Grant City Falls

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

Spillway Falls

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

Homewood Falls

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

Springfield Falls

24.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Atwater

Are there free waterfalls near Atwater?

There are 13 free waterfalls near Atwater, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Atwater?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Atwater?

There are 12 dog-friendly waterfalls near Atwater, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Atwater?

There are 12 kid-friendly waterfalls near Atwater, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Atwater?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Atwater?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Atwater?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near Atwater have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Atwater?

The closest waterfall to Atwater is Minnehaha Falls, approximately 19.8 miles away.

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