Waterfall Hikes Near Modesto, IL

183 residents
Chicago Time Zone
1 Waterfall

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Modesto? There are 1 waterfall hiking trail within a 50-mile radius of Modesto. 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 39.4789°N, -89.9803°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Modesto

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

1 of 1 gauged

1 of 1 waterfall near Modesto is flowing strongly today

Chain of Rocks Strong

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Sunny · 89°F

Aft 97°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 99°F Sunny
Sun 91°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 89°F Sunny Best
Tue 95°F Sunny
Wed 98°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Modesto

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Chain of Rocks Strong ยท 5 cfs 79th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Modesto (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 Modesto

Chain of Rocks waterfall

Chain of Rocks

33.4 miles away
Missouri
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Modesto

Are there free waterfalls near Modesto?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Modesto?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Modesto?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Modesto?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Modesto?

The closest waterfall to Modesto is Chain of Rocks, approximately 43.6 miles away.

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