Waterfall Hikes Near Georgetown, IL

3,144 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Georgetown? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Georgetown. 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 39.9774°N, -87.6354°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Georgetown

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Georgetown have live flow data today

Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 84°F

Aft 96°F Sunny
Sat 92°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Sun 83°F Sunny
Lab 84°F Sunny Best
Tue 90°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 95°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Georgetown

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Groundhog Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Vermillion Falls Barely Flowing · 23 cfs 0th percentile

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All 2 Waterfalls Near Georgetown

Groundhog Falls waterfall

Groundhog Falls

42.7 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Vermillion Falls

35.9 miles away
Indiana
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Georgetown

Are there free waterfalls near Georgetown?

There is 1 free waterfall near Georgetown, including Vermillion Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Georgetown?

The shortest waterfall hike near Georgetown is Groundhog Falls at 2.4 miles round trip.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Georgetown?

Yes, 2 waterfalls near Georgetown have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Georgetown?

The closest waterfall to Georgetown is Groundhog Falls, approximately 40.9 miles away.

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