Waterfall Hikes Near Brighton, IL

2,440 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Brighton? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Brighton. 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 39.0406°N, -90.1408°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Brighton

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Brighton is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Strong

Updated 40 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Sunny · 99°F

Aft 99°F Sunny
Sat 99°F Sunny Best
Sun 92°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 91°F Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 100°F Sunny
Thu 92°F Chance Rain Showers

Flowing best right now near Brighton

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

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Brighton (1 waterfall)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 1 Waterfall Near Brighton

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Brighton

Are there free waterfalls near Brighton?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Brighton?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Brighton?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Brighton?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Brighton?

The closest waterfall to Brighton is Chain of Rocks, approximately 15.4 miles away.

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