Waterfall Hikes Near Indianola, IL

197 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Indianola? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Indianola. 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 39.9270°N, -87.7402°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Indianola

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Indianola have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 93°F

Wed 92°F Sunny
Thu 93°F Sunny Best
Fri 92°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Indianola

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 64 cfs 0th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near Indianola

Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

26.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Vermillion Falls

30.1 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Indianola

Are there free waterfalls near Indianola?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Indianola?

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

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Indianola?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Indianola have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Indianola?

The closest waterfall to Indianola is Groundhog Falls, approximately 42.9 miles away.

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