Waterfall Hikes Near Louisville, OH

9,500 residents
New York Time Zone
14 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Louisville? There are 14 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Louisville. 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 40.8370°N, -81.2643°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Louisville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

14 of 14 gauged

12 of 14 waterfalls near Louisville 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 Homewood Falls Roaring Mill Creek Falls Roaring Quakertown Falls Roaring

Updated 29 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Louisville

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 Homewood Falls Roaring · 12900 cfs 97th percentile
  4. 4 Quakertown Falls Roaring · 6620 cfs 97th percentile
  5. 5 Mill Creek Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Brandywine Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 93rd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Louisville (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.

Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

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

Minnehaha Falls

28.3 miles away
Ohio
Easy
0.6 miles 100 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 Louisville (11 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
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

All 14 Waterfalls Near Louisville

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

49.1 miles away
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
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
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
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
Homewood Falls waterfall

Homewood Falls

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

Quakertown Falls

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

Cascade Falls

39.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
1.5 miles 200 ft
Mill Creek Falls waterfall

Mill Creek Falls

24.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Louisville

Are there free waterfalls near Louisville?

There are 12 free waterfalls near Louisville, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Louisville?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Louisville?

There are 11 dog-friendly waterfalls near Louisville, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Louisville?

There are 11 kid-friendly waterfalls near Louisville, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Louisville?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Louisville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Louisville?

Yes, 11 waterfalls near Louisville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Louisville?

The closest waterfall to Louisville is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 22.4 miles away.

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