Waterfall Hikes Near Avon, OH

24,822 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Avon? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Avon. 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 41.4485°N, -82.0187°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Avon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

10 of 11 waterfalls near Avon 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 Mill Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 76°F Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Avon

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 Mill Creek Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile
  4. 4 Brandywine Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 93rd percentile
  5. 5 Blue Hen Falls Roaring · 907 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Bridal Veil Falls Roaring · 237 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Avon (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.

Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

14.9 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 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 Avon (10 waterfalls)

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

Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

24.1 miles away
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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

23.2 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
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 11 Waterfalls Near Avon

Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

24.1 miles away
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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

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

Chagrin Falls

14.9 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft
Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

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

Buttermilk Falls

30.6 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
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

Deans Fall

23 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Minnehaha Falls

28.3 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Avon

Are there free waterfalls near Avon?

There are 11 free waterfalls near Avon, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Avon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Avon?

There are 10 dog-friendly waterfalls near Avon, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Avon?

There are 10 kid-friendly waterfalls near Avon, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Avon?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Avon?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Avon?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Avon have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Avon?

The closest waterfall to Avon is Mill Creek Falls, approximately 16.8 miles away.

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