Waterfall Hikes Near Princeton, IL

7,749 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Princeton? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Princeton. 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 41.3807°N, -89.4640°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Princeton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

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1 waterfall near Princeton has live flow data today

Great Falls of the Illinois River Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Sun 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 67°F Partly Sunny
Thu 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 72°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 77°F Mostly Sunny

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All 1 Waterfall Near Princeton

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 Princeton

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Princeton?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Princeton?

The closest waterfall to Princeton is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 33.8 miles away.

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