Waterfall Hikes Near Royal Lakes, IL

273 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Royal Lakes? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Royal Lakes. 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 39.1117°N, -89.9607°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Royal Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 waterfall near Royal Lakes has live flow data today

Chain of Rocks Barely Flowing

Updated 2 days ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Sunny · 82°F

Mon 82°F Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Sunny
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Sunny
Fri 85°F Sunny
Sat 86°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Royal Lakes

Updated about 5 hours ago

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

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Royal Lakes (1 waterfall)

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

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

18.9 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Royal Lakes

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

18.9 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Royal Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Royal Lakes?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Royal Lakes?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Royal Lakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Royal Lakes?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Royal Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Royal Lakes is Chain of Rocks, approximately 26.5 miles away.

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