Waterfall Hikes Near Reading, OH

10,527 residents
New York Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Reading? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Reading. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.2242°N, -84.4333°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Reading

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

1 of 3 waterfalls near Reading is flowing strongly today

Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing Elkhorn Falls Moderate Greenville Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Sunny
Lab 86°F Sunny
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 94°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Chance Rain Showers
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Reading

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Greenville Falls Roaring · 135 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Elkhorn Falls Moderate · 113 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Derbyshire Falls Barely Flowing · 993 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Reading (2 waterfalls)

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

Derbyshire Falls

31.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenville Falls waterfall

Greenville Falls

13.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Reading

Elkhorn Falls

48 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Derbyshire Falls

31.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Greenville Falls waterfall

Greenville Falls

13.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Reading

Are there free waterfalls near Reading?

There are 2 free waterfalls near Reading, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Reading?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near Reading, including Derbyshire Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Reading?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near Reading, including Derbyshire Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Reading?

The shortest waterfall hike near Reading is Derbyshire Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Reading?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Reading have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Reading?

The closest waterfall to Reading is Elkhorn Falls, approximately 45.3 miles away.

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