Waterfall Hikes Near Pontiac, IL

11,451 residents

Chicago Time Zone

1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pontiac? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Pontiac. 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 40.8894°N, -88.6409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pontiac

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 waterfall near Pontiac has live flow data today

Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny Best

Tue 83°F Mostly Sunny

Wed 86°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Thu 82°F Sunny

Fri 82°F Sunny

Sat 82°F Mostly Sunny

Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pontiac

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

1 Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing · 11800 cfs 4th percentile

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