Waterfall Hikes Near Pekin, OH

352 residents
New York Time Zone
12 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pekin? There are 12 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pekin. 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 40.7207°N, -81.1247°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pekin

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

12 of 12 gauged

11 of 12 waterfalls near Pekin 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 Quakertown Falls Roaring

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 77°F Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 81°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pekin

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Cascade Falls Roaring · 567 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Minnehaha Falls Roaring · 567 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Homewood Falls Roaring · 13100 cfs 99th percentile
  4. 4 Quakertown Falls Roaring · 6920 cfs 99th percentile
  5. 5 Blue Hen Falls Roaring · 1060 cfs 94th percentile
  6. 6 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 1060 cfs 94th percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Pekin (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
Brandywine Falls waterfall

Brandywine Falls

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

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Pekin (10 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
Quakertown Falls waterfall CC

Quakertown Falls

26.6 miles away
Pennsylvania
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 12 Waterfalls Near Pekin

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

49.1 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

28.4 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
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
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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Pekin

Are there free waterfalls near Pekin?

There are 10 free waterfalls near Pekin, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Pekin?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pekin?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pekin?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pekin?

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

How tall are the waterfalls near Pekin?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Pekin?

Yes, 9 waterfalls near Pekin have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Pekin?

The closest waterfall to Pekin is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 22.6 miles away.

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