Waterfall Hikes Near Brocton, IL

280 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brocton? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Brocton. 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 39.7154°N, -87.9336°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brocton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Brocton have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Low Vermillion Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Mon 81°F Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 85°F Sunny
Fri 84°F Sunny
Sat 85°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Brocton

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Low · 191 cfs 14th percentile
  2. 2 Vermillion Falls Low · 191 cfs 14th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near Brocton

Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

22.6 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Vermillion Falls

29.4 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brocton

Are there free waterfalls near Brocton?

There is 1 free waterfall near Brocton, including Vermillion Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brocton?

The shortest waterfall hike near Brocton is Groundhog Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Brocton?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Brocton have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Brocton?

The closest waterfall to Brocton is Groundhog Falls, approximately 40.7 miles away.

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