Waterfall Hikes Near McDonald, OH

3,160 residents
New York Time Zone
16 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McDonald? There are 16 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McDonald. 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 41.1636°N, -80.7233°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McDonald

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

16 of 16 gauged

15 of 16 waterfalls near McDonald 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 Quakertown Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring

Updated 37 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 79°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 McDonald

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Roaring · 625 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Grant City Falls Roaring · 70 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Minnehaha Falls Roaring · 625 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Springfield Falls Roaring · 70 cfs 100th percentile
  5. 5 Spillway Falls Roaring · 70 cfs 100th percentile
  6. 6 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 6050 cfs 99th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near McDonald (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

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

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

Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

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

Cascade Falls

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

Springfield Falls

24.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 16 Waterfalls Near McDonald

Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 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
Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

24.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
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
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
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McDonald

Are there free waterfalls near McDonald?

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

Are there easy waterfall hikes near McDonald?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McDonald?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McDonald?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McDonald?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near McDonald?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around McDonald?

Yes, 13 waterfalls near McDonald have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to McDonald?

The closest waterfall to McDonald is Quakertown Falls, approximately 15.9 miles away.

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