These are the Ohio waterfalls that draw the biggest crowds, measured by Google review volume and led by Brandywine Falls. Popular does not have to mean packed if you time it right.
For every waterfall we track nearby, see the full list of waterfalls in Ohio, or browse by town: Boston Heights, Peninsula, Logan, Bedford. You can also compare our best waterfalls in Ohio and most beautiful waterfalls in Ohio.
How we picked: Ranked purely by the number of Google reviews, the best public signal of how many people visit. Together these five account for 85% of all Google reviews of Ohio waterfalls.
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1. Brandywine Falls
Brandywine Falls near Boston Heights takes the top spot, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 551 reviews.
Sagamore Hills Township, OH 44067
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551 Google reviews make it the most visited waterfall in Ohio, about 41% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. That is 2.2 times as many as Blue Hen Falls in second place. Visitors have shared 2,409 photos of it. It averages 4.8 stars, with 83% five-star reviews. Expect company: arrive early on weekends and holidays, when parking fills first. The nearest town is Boston Heights, about 1.5 miles to the southeast.
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2. Blue Hen Falls
Blue Hen Falls, near Peninsula, is next up, rated 4.5 out of 5 from 250 reviews.
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250 Google reviews make it number 2 in Ohio, about 19% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 1,069 photos of it. It averages 4.5 stars, with 73% five-star reviews. "Spectacular beauty spot named for the spring upstream that feeds this creek year-round." The nearest town is Peninsula, about 1.6 miles to the southeast.
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3. Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls, near Logan, is next up, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 141 reviews.
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141 Google reviews make it number 3 in Ohio, about 11% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 451 photos of it. It averages 4.8 stars, with 88% five-star reviews. "Waterfall with a shallow pool amid cliffs & grottos, with nearby restrooms & a picnic area." The nearest town is Logan, about 10 miles to the northeast.
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4. Bridal Veil Falls
Bridal Veil Falls near Bedford is another strong option, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 110 reviews.
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110 Google reviews make it number 4 in Ohio, about 8% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 413 photos of it. It averages 4.8 stars, with 81% five-star reviews. The nearest town is Bedford, about 1.5 miles to the northeast.
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5. Buttermilk Falls
Buttermilk Falls near Peninsula rounds out this stretch of the list, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 82 reviews.
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82 Google reviews make it number 5 in Ohio, about 6% of all reviews of the state's waterfalls. Visitors have shared 262 photos of it. It averages 4.7 stars, with 83% five-star reviews. "Secluded, 20-ft.-high waterfall in Cuyahoga Valley National Park, accessible via a hiking trail." The nearest town is Peninsula, about 1.7 miles to the southeast.
Frequently asked questions
What is the most visited waterfall in Ohio?
Brandywine Falls tops our 2026 list, with a 4.8-star rating from 551 Google reviews. It is near Boston Heights in Summit County.
How was this list made?
Ranked purely by the number of Google reviews, the best public signal of how many people visit. Together these five account for 85% of all Google reviews of Ohio waterfalls.
How many waterfalls are in Ohio?
Our directory lists 19 waterfalls in Ohio. See every one, with filters and a map, on the Ohio waterfalls page.
When do Ohio waterfalls have the most water?
Late winter and spring, especially a day or two after heavy rain or a thaw. Many smaller falls slow to a trickle during dry summer weather.
Summary
Brandywine Falls near Boston Heights is our top pick for most visited waterfalls in Ohio, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 551 reviews. Ratings and review counts reflect public data at the time of writing and can change, and trail access, water levels and road conditions vary through the year, so confirm current conditions before you drive out.
Ohio's falls are rain-fed, so late winter and spring, roughly February through May, are the most reliable months. In the Cuyahoga Valley and Hocking Hills, falls run fullest after a few days of steady rain or a thaw, and early spring adds wildflowers to the ravines. Summer often reduces smaller falls such as Buttermilk and Blue Hen to a trickle, while Brandywine Falls usually keeps some flow. Autumn color peaks around mid to late October, and fall rains can restore flows. Prolonged cold in January and February sometimes freezes Brandywine and the Hocking Hills falls into dramatic ice formations, though trails and stairs become slippery.
For more options, see every waterfall on the Ohio waterfalls page, read 14 Best Waterfalls in Ohio, or check our waterfall safety tips before you go.