Waterfall Hikes Near Ohio, IL

623 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ohio? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Ohio. 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 41.5560°N, -89.4599°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ohio

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

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1 waterfall near Ohio has live flow data today

Great Falls of the Illinois River Moderate

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 66°F

Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Mon 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 65°F Partly Sunny
Thu 66°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 70°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 76°F Mostly Sunny

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All 1 Waterfall Near Ohio

Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ohio

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ohio?

The shortest waterfall hike near Ohio is Great Falls of the Illinois River at 2.4 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Ohio?

The closest waterfall to Ohio is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 42.2 miles away.

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