Waterfall Hikes Near Smithville, OH

1,357 residents
New York Time Zone
11 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Smithville? There are 11 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Smithville. 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 40.8625°N, -81.8604°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smithville

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

11 of 11 gauged

7 of 11 waterfalls near Smithville are flowing strongly today

Blue Hen Falls Roaring Buttermilk Falls Roaring Brandywine Falls Roaring Bridal Veil Falls Roaring Chagrin Falls Roaring Great Falls Roaring Grove Falls Barely Flowing Mill Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 79°F

Aft 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 79°F Patchy Fog then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 79°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Smithville

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Mill Creek Falls Roaring · 40 cfs 94th percentile
  2. 2 Brandywine Falls Roaring · 43 cfs 93rd percentile
  3. 3 Blue Hen Falls Roaring · 907 cfs 92nd percentile
  4. 4 Bridal Veil Falls Roaring · 237 cfs 92nd percentile
  5. 5 Buttermilk Falls Roaring · 907 cfs 92nd percentile
  6. 6 Chagrin Falls Roaring · 237 cfs 92nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Smithville (3 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.

Blue Hen Falls waterfall

Blue Hen Falls

31 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Easy
1.5 miles 200 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 Smithville (9 waterfalls)

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

Little Lyons Falls waterfall

Little Lyons Falls

42 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Big Lyons Falls waterfall

Big Lyons Falls

42.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

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

All 11 Waterfalls Near Smithville

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

49.1 miles away
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
Little Lyons Falls waterfall

Little Lyons Falls

42 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Big Lyons Falls waterfall

Big Lyons Falls

42.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Buttermilk Falls waterfall

Buttermilk Falls

30.6 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
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
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

24.4 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
Great Falls waterfall

Great Falls

23.2 miles away
In Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grove Falls waterfall CC

Grove Falls

35.2 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Chagrin Falls waterfall

Chagrin Falls

14.9 miles away
Ohio
Drive Up
0.1 miles 20 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Smithville

Are there free waterfalls near Smithville?

There are 9 free waterfalls near Smithville, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Smithville?

There are 3 easy waterfall hikes near Smithville, including Blue Hen Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Smithville?

There are 9 dog-friendly waterfalls near Smithville, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Smithville?

There are 9 kid-friendly waterfalls near Smithville, including Big Lyons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Smithville?

The shortest waterfall hike near Smithville is Big Lyons Falls at 0.1 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Smithville?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Smithville?

Yes, 10 waterfalls near Smithville have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Smithville?

The closest waterfall to Smithville is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 23.8 miles away.

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