The waterfall is located on the Keila River, which spans approximately 116 kilometers in length.
The Keila-Joa Manor house, located immediately adjacent to the waterfall, was designed by architect Andrey Stackenschneider in 1833.
The waterfall's width varies significantly depending on the seasonal water flow of the Keila River.
The surrounding park is classified as a protected landscape area, spanning over 120 hectares.
The site features a suspension bridge that has become a popular location for attaching 'love padlocks'.
Keila Waterfall is the third-largest waterfall in Estonia, situated on the Keila River with a drop of 6.1 meters and a width of several dozen meters. The site is part of a larger historical park surrounding the Neo-Gothic Keila-Joa Manor. Visitors access the falls via a network of maintained gravel paths, wooden bridges, and stairs that allow for viewing from both the riverbank and the top of the fall. The surrounding park area is a protected landscape preserve featuring a diverse mix of coniferous and deciduous forest. Several historic limestone bridges connect the banks of the river across the gorge.
The suspension bridge provides the most comprehensive panoramic view of the waterfall's width.
Walk the full loop trail that takes you across both sides of the river to see the waterfall from multiple angles.
Wear waterproof footwear if visiting during the spring thaw or after heavy rainfall, as paths can become muddy.
Combine your visit with a walk through the neighboring manor park to see the restored historical estate buildings.
Attempting to climb down the steep, unmarked cliffs directly to the riverbed, which can be unstable and dangerous.
Stay on marked trails to protect the surrounding park's ecosystem; keep noise levels low to respect the quiet nature of the park.
