Waterfall Hikes Near Orwell, OH

1,804 residents
New York Time Zone
15 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Orwell? There are 15 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Orwell. 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 41.5364°N, -80.8596°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Orwell

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

15 of 15 gauged

13 of 15 waterfalls near Orwell 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 Howard Falls Moderate Mill Creek Falls Roaring Quakertown Falls Roaring Rock Creek Falls Roaring Springfield Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 78°F

Aft 76°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sat 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Patchy Fog
Sun 77°F Sunny
Lab 78°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Orwell

Updated about 3 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 Rock Creek Falls Roaring · 6040 cfs 100th percentile
  4. 4 Quakertown Falls Roaring · 6920 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Springfield Falls Roaring · 67 cfs 97th percentile
  6. 6 Mill Creek Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Orwell (5 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
Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

14.9 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Orwell (13 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
Cascade Falls waterfall

Cascade Falls

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

Rock Creek Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft

All 15 Waterfalls Near Orwell

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
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
Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

Pennsylvania
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 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
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
Springfield Falls waterfall

Springfield Falls

24.8 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Howard Falls

18.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Easy
1.6 miles 150 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Orwell

Are there free waterfalls near Orwell?

There are 14 free waterfalls near Orwell, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Orwell?

There are 5 easy waterfall hikes near Orwell, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Orwell?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Orwell, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Orwell?

There are 13 kid-friendly waterfalls near Orwell, including Blue Hen Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Orwell?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Orwell?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Orwell?

Yes, 14 waterfalls near Orwell have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Orwell?

The closest waterfall to Orwell is Cascade Falls, approximately 17.8 miles away.

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