Waterfall Hikes Near West Lafayette, OH

2,622 residents
New York Time Zone
4 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Lafayette? There are 4 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Lafayette. 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 40.2760°N, -81.7518°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Lafayette

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

4 of 4 gauged

1 of 4 waterfalls near West Lafayette is flowing strongly today

Grove Falls Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 80°F

Aft 84°F Partly Sunny
Sat 81°F Patchy Fog
Sun 79°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 87°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Lafayette

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Grove Falls Roaring ยท 54 cfs 91st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Lafayette (2 waterfalls)

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

Big Lyons Falls waterfall

Big Lyons Falls

42.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Little Lyons Falls waterfall

Little Lyons Falls

42 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 4 Waterfalls Near West Lafayette

Sugar Creek Falls (historical) waterfall CC

Sugar Creek Falls (historical)

49.1 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Grove Falls waterfall CC

Grove Falls

35.2 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
Little Lyons Falls waterfall

Little Lyons Falls

42 miles away
Ohio
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Lafayette

Are there free waterfalls near West Lafayette?

There are 2 free waterfalls near West Lafayette, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Lafayette?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Lafayette, including Big Lyons Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Lafayette?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Lafayette, including Big Lyons Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Lafayette?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Lafayette is Big Lyons Falls at 2.0 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Lafayette?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near West Lafayette have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Lafayette?

The closest waterfall to West Lafayette is Sugar Creek Falls (historical), approximately 25.7 miles away.

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