Waterfall Hikes Near West Brooklyn, IL

153 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Brooklyn? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of West Brooklyn. 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 41.6930°N, -89.1473°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Brooklyn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

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1 waterfall near West Brooklyn has live flow data today

Great Falls of the Illinois River Low

Updated 22 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 64°F

Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 78°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 64°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 66°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Partly Sunny
Sat 76°F Partly Sunny

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All 1 Waterfall Near West Brooklyn

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 West Brooklyn

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Brooklyn?

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

What is the closest waterfall to West Brooklyn?

The closest waterfall to West Brooklyn is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 35.7 miles away.

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