Waterfall Hikes Near Smithton, IL

3,909 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Smithton? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Smithton. 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 38.4159°N, -89.9902°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Smithton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 waterfall near Smithton has live flow data today

Chain of Rocks Barely Flowing

Updated 2 days ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Tue 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 89°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 87°F Sunny
Fri 87°F Sunny
Sat 89°F Sunny
Sun 93°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 94°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Smithton

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Moderate ยท 9 cfs 64th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Smithton (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 Smithton

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

18.9 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Smithton

Are there free waterfalls near Smithton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Smithton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Smithton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Smithton?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Smithton?

The closest waterfall to Smithton is Chain of Rocks, approximately 24.8 miles away.

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