Waterfall Hikes Near Washburn, IL

1,127 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Washburn? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Washburn. 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 40.9203°N, -89.2916°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Washburn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

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1 waterfall near Washburn has live flow data today

Great Falls of the Illinois River Low

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Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 67°F

Sun 86°F Mostly Cloudy
Mon 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 67°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 69°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 74°F Partly Sunny
Sat 79°F Partly Sunny

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All 1 Waterfall Near Washburn

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 Washburn

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Washburn?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Washburn?

The closest waterfall to Washburn is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 43.9 miles away.

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