Cascade Falls In Oglesby Illinois Is An Autumn Waterfall At A State Park

Get yourself to one of Illinois’ best state parks for a view of an autumn waterfall that will blow your mind. This park is about to be bursting with fall color, and you won’t want to miss it.

These beautiful colors won’t last long. Check them out while they last. Scroll on to learn more:

Often overshadowed by its neighboring state park, Starved Rock, the wonderful Matthiessen State Park along the Illinois River on the north side of the Land of Lincoln is home to one of the most gorgeous waterfalls in the Midwest.

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At 45 feet high, this lesser-known yet still wildly popular falls is a seasonal waterfall that is just beginning to see some autumn colors.

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Soon, the entire park will be engulfed in yellows, oranges, and reds, transforming the park into a whole new world of fall colors and scenery.

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Even with little to no water, this gorge is very lovely to see, and with all the rain we’ve been getting this early fall season, the falls are likely to be experiencing a second wind from this past spring.

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The canyon itself is 100 feet deep and the stone all around is sandstone. Creeks, trails, bridges, and more are waiting to be discovered all around.

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For some, fall is the best time to visit this state park, though it is open year round. The autumn waterfall is a sight to see that is camera-worthy.

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It’s worth a trip from any region or corner of the state (or nation for that matter) to see the falls and hike the trails at this wonderful place.

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For more like this, check out these 10 hidden waterfalls in Illinois that are pure joy.