Waterfall Hikes Near Gillespie, IL

3,193 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Gillespie? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Gillespie. 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 39.1258°N, -89.8174°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Gillespie

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Gillespie is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 68°F

Sun 85°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 69°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Thu 68°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 72°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Sat 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

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

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

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

30.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Gillespie

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

30.8 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Gillespie

Are there free waterfalls near Gillespie?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Gillespie?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Gillespie?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Gillespie?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Gillespie?

The closest waterfall to Gillespie is Chain of Rocks, approximately 33.2 miles away.

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