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Brandywine Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,855 Google reviews · Running trail in Northfield, Ohio · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Brandywine Falls' own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic waterfall cascading 65 ft. into a lush gorge, with viewpoints from upper & lower boardwalks.
What runners say about Brandywine Falls
“I definitely recommend checking it out just be mindful and keep it clean.”
“The waterfall is stunning, especially after a good rain, and the boardwalk trail makes it easy to enjoy the views from every angle.”
Love that this trail is a loop. We started on the side furthest from the waterfall so we could end with that! If you only wanted to hike a short distance, you could begin on that side and just enjoy the view.
Nice walk! Felt good walking around, along going up and down the steps to see the water fall! I didn't spend much time here, but im sure there was plenty of trails! Very beautiful nature experience!
Great little hike especially during fall! Gorgeous fall colors. Huge free parking lot with bathrooms and a well-maintained trail.
I love visiting this part of the CVNP. The parking lot here is usually pretty full, but I can usually find a place to park. There are bathrooms located here as well. This waterfall is impressive for being in Ohio and it attracts many people to it. If you are able to do stairs, I recommend checking it out.
Trail conditions & character
“The waterfall is stunning, especially after a good rain, and the boardwalk trail makes it easy to enjoy the views from every angle.”
“Easy path, probably 5 minute paved walk from the parking lot (to the right), or the 1.”
“The waterfall is stunning, especially after a good rain, and the boardwalk trail makes it easy to enjoy the views from every angle.”
“The trailhead parking lot was very nice with clean/new bathrooms.”
“There is a path that is paved that you can take but you'll see the top of the falls only if you don't do any stairs.”
“There are some stairs, but the falls were easily accessible and beautiful despite the cold/rain.”
Plan your run at Brandywine Falls
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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