Waterfall Hikes Near Waterloo, IL

11,012 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Waterloo? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Waterloo. 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 38.3403°N, -90.1538°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Waterloo is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Roaring

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Sunny · 86°F

Mon 83°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Sunny Best
Wed 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Sunny
Sun 82°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Waterloo

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Roaring ยท 1120 cfs 99th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Waterloo (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 Waterloo

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

18.9 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Waterloo

Are there free waterfalls near Waterloo?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Waterloo?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Waterloo?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Waterloo?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Waterloo?

The closest waterfall to Waterloo is Chain of Rocks, approximately 21.5 miles away.

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