There are certainly no shortage of picture-perfect nature spots in Ohio boasting waterfalls. And Cleveland is pretty close to a lot of mysterious, historic and beautiful ones. Here are 19 waterfalls that are worth a quick drive, hike and a photograph.
19 Stunning Waterfalls Within Driving Distance of Cleveland
By Scene Staff on Sun, Jul 22, 2018 at 12:30 am
There are certainly no shortage of picture-perfect nature spots in Ohio boasting waterfalls. And Cleveland is pretty close to a lot of mysterious, historic and beautiful ones. Here are 19 waterfalls that are worth a quick drive, hike and a photograph.
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Cat’s Den Falls
16802 Catsden Rd., Chagrin FallsThis small but fun waterfall flows from a “den” through one of only 12 documented natural arches in Ohio. Cat's Den Falls is about a 45 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via Mike Wetmore/Facebook
Chair Factory Falls
Jordan Creek, PainesvilleThis big natural feature is accessible by a pedestrian trail off the Greenway Corridor. Plus, it's only about a 40 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via sam_ohly/Instagram
Berea Falls
Rocky River Reservation, BereaThe raging Rocky River is responsible for this urban waterfall, and for Berea sandstone, which is what put the town on the map. Berea Falls is about a 30 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via Michelle/flickr
Paine Falls Park
5570 Paine Rd., LeroyAdjacent to a walking trail, this waterfall and the bridge above it can be admired from an overlook in this Lake Metro Park. Paine Falls Park is about a 45 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via Nicholas A. Tonelli/flickr
Brandywine Falls
8176 Brandywine Rd., Sagamore HillsOne of the most popular attractions in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, the 65-feet-tall Brandywine Falls is accessible by a boardwalk and offers a serene scene. Brandywine Falls is about a 35 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via joebeyercle/Instagram
Mill Stream Run Reservation Waterfall
10749 Pearl Rd., StrongsvilleThe waterfall on this reservation is surrounded by pedestrian trails and nature. The Mill Stream Run Reservation Waterfall is about a 30 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via nicolem7978/Instagram
Gorge Park Dam and Waterfall
1160 Front St., Cuyahoga FallsThis grand dam and waterfall in Summit’s Gorge Metro Park are beautiful, but you better check out the dam before it disappears within the next few years. The Gorge Park Dam and Waterfall is about a 45 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via the_one_acre_wood/Instagram
Cascade Falls
12440 OH-282, GarrettsvilleThis 40-foot-tall waterfall gushes down a rock face in Nelson-Kennedy Ledges State Park and stands in front of the small Gold Hunters Cave. Cascade Falls is about an hour drive from Cleveland.
Photo via Andrew Britton/Facebook
Buttermilk Falls
North Chagrin Reservation, MayfieldA wooden deck offers a unique view of this waterfall that flows into the Chagrin River. Buttermilk Falls is about a 40 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via Vince Reinhart/flickr
Blue Hen Falls
Boston Mills Rd., BrecksvilleThese serene falls promise a peaceful experience at one of the so-called “prettiest waterfalls in Cuyahoga Valley National Park.” Blue Hen Falls is about a 35 minute drive from Cleveland.
Photo via Carl Shepard/flickr
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