Waterfall Hikes Near Nilwood, IL

150 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Nilwood? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Nilwood. 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 39.3995°N, -89.8077°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Nilwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 waterfall near Nilwood has live flow data today

Chain of Rocks Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Sunny · 94°F

Thu 94°F Sunny Best
Fri 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Ind 93°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Nilwood

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

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

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

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

7 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Nilwood

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

7 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Nilwood

Are there free waterfalls near Nilwood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Nilwood?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Nilwood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Nilwood?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Nilwood?

The closest waterfall to Nilwood is Chain of Rocks, approximately 47 miles away.

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