Waterfall Hikes Near West Union, IL

197 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Union? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Union. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 39.2137°N, -87.6666°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Union

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near West Union have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Moderate Lower Cataract Falls Moderate Upper Cataract Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 86°F

Wed 86°F Sunny Best
Thu 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 87°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Tue 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near West Union

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Moderate · 189 cfs 53rd percentile
  2. 2 Lower Cataract Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 52nd percentile
  3. 3 Upper Cataract Falls Moderate · 48 cfs 52nd percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near West Union (2 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

14 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

13.9 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near West Union

Upper Cataract Falls waterfall

Upper Cataract Falls

14 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.8 miles 100 ft
Lower Cataract Falls waterfall

Lower Cataract Falls

13.9 miles away
Indiana
Easy
0.6 miles 100 ft
Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

42.3 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Union

Are there easy waterfall hikes near West Union?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near West Union, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Union?

There are 2 dog-friendly waterfalls near West Union, including Lower Cataract Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Union?

There are 2 kid-friendly waterfalls near West Union, including Lower Cataract Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Union?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Union is Groundhog Falls at 0.6 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near West Union?

The tallest waterfall near West Union is Upper Cataract Falls at 20 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around West Union?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near West Union have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to West Union?

The closest waterfall to West Union is Upper Cataract Falls, approximately 46.9 miles away.

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