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Waterfalls in Illinois

We list 33 named waterfalls in Illinois, with the most near Deer Park (5), Golconda (4) and Shawneetown (4). The tallest mapped one is Burden Falls at about 102 feet.

Waterfall areas: near Deer Park (5)

Near Deer Park 5

Near Golconda 4

Near Shawneetown 4

Near Carrier Mills 4

Near Lemont 3

Near The Galena Territory 2

Near Alton 2

Near Vienna 2

Near Rosiclare 1

Near Goreville 1

Near Loves Park 1

Near Steeleville 1

Near Murphysboro 1

Near Rosemont 1

Near Jerseyville 1

Source: OpenStreetMap. Seasonal road closures in Illinois can block access to some trailheads. 26 smaller or less documented falls are listed with directions only.

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Waterfalls in other states

Frequently asked questions

Which areas of Illinois have the most waterfalls?

The most waterfalls in our data are near Deer Park (5), Golconda (4) and Shawneetown (4). Among the tallest are Burden Falls (102 ft), Bjork's Falls (98 ft) and Canyon Creek Falls (10 ft).

What is the tallest waterfall in Illinois?

Of the waterfalls with a mapped height, Burden Falls near Carrier Mills is the tallest at about 102 feet. Only 5 of the 33 in Illinois have a mapped height.