Waterfall Hikes Near Grand River, OH

677 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Grand River? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Grand River. 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 41.7418°N, -81.2846°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Grand River

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

10 of 11 waterfalls near Grand River 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

Sunday

Sunny · 75°F

Aft 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 76°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sun 75°F Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Grand River

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 Grand River (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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Grand River (10 waterfalls)

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

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
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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Grand River

Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

39.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft

Deans Fall

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

Chagrin Falls

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

Great Falls

23.2 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Grand River

Are there free waterfalls near Grand River?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Grand River?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Grand River?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Grand River?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Grand River?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Grand River?

The tallest waterfall near Grand River is Brandywine Falls at 65 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Grand River?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Grand River have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Grand River?

The closest waterfall to Grand River is Cascade Falls, approximately 7.6 miles away.

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