Waterfall Hikes Near Alton, IL

78,729 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Alton? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Alton. These trails range from moderate to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 38.9037°N, -90.1520°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Alton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Alton is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Strong

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 88°F

Sun 94°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 97°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Sunny
Thu 88°F Sunny Best
Fri 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Alton

Updated about 3 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Strong ยท 22 cfs 79th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Alton (1 waterfall)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

19.6 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Alton

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

19.6 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Alton

Are there free waterfalls near Alton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Alton, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Alton?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Alton, including Chain of Rocks.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Alton?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Alton, including Chain of Rocks.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Alton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Alton is Chain of Rocks at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Alton?

The closest waterfall to Alton is Chain of Rocks, approximately 8.2 miles away.

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