West Falls
West Falls, and its near neighbor, East Falls, are on the way to Lake Eerie. The best view of West Falls on the West Fork Black River is from the observation deck at the end of a 1.2-mile trail, some of which is paved. West Falls is 30 feet high and you can view them from the bridge above as well as the observation deck. Two or three separate flows descend from the top of the falls, crashing into the river below. East Falls is about a mile away if you want to see both on the same visit.
Paine Falls
The setting is lovely – a multi-tiered waterfall where you can sit at a table with a picnic. Facilities are good, including restrooms, but take note of the instructions to stay on the marked trails. The falls are in the park of the same name. You will find it if you are traveling between Buffalo and Cleveland and you are fairly close to Lake Erie. Their height is around 25-feet and the best photograph is from downstream. A bridge crosses the creek upstream but the view of the waterfall from there is limited.
Lanterman’s Falls
These Falls in Mills Creek Park get their name because of the proximity of the restored Lanter’s Mill, which opened in the mid-19th Century. It is still in operation and you can buy its flour at a gift shop. There is a drop of 15 feet and still enough force to power the mill for several months in the year before the water hurries down the gorge below. You can get a nice photo from the side and above the falls. If you want to hike around this lovely region, make sure you have comfortable footwear.
Cedar Falls
Cedar Falls are fairly narrow but have become one of the most visited falls in Ohio State. That is because they are family-friendly and offer the chance to cool off on a hot day. Their appearance changes by the season with the flow of water. Inside the state park, you will see caves and cliffs around this 50-foot waterfall. Visitors facilities are excellent and have led to even greater numbers coming, without the environment being spoilt in the least.The trails are good and cyclists can explore the park at their leisure – all stop to look at the falls.
Fallsville Falls
Fallsville Falls have remained largely a secret; they do not merit much mention on the website of State Department of Natural Resources but can accurately be described as stunning. The falls are close to the source of Clear Creek and largely hidden away. However, once you know where they are, it is less than a 10-minute walk, descending into the gorge on the final stretch. They are 15 feet high and best seen in the spring. They may even dry up by the end of the summer.