Waterfall Hikes Near Glen Carbon, IL

13,654 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Glen Carbon? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Glen Carbon. 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 38.7580°N, -89.9822°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Glen Carbon

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Glen Carbon is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Mon 84°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Patchy Fog then Sunny
Wed 85°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 85°F Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Glen Carbon

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Roaring ยท 597 cfs 98th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Glen Carbon (1 waterfall)

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

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

18.9 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Glen Carbon

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

18.9 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Glen Carbon

Are there free waterfalls near Glen Carbon?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Glen Carbon?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Glen Carbon?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Glen Carbon?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Glen Carbon?

The closest waterfall to Glen Carbon is Chain of Rocks, approximately 8.4 miles away.

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