Illinois' Most Easily Accessible Waterfall Is Hiding In Plain Sight At Krape Park
By Melissa Mahoney|Published February 09, 2022
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Some waterfalls are found deep in the wilderness, requiring a long hike to get to while others require little-to-no effort. At Krape Park in Freeport, Illinois, you’ll find one that doesn’t take too much effort to visit. This easy access waterfall in Illinois is one you shouldn’t miss out on seeing.
Krape Park in Freeport, Illinois is a highly-rated park offering numerous amenities for a family-friendly day out in nature. It has even been given an "Outstanding Multi-use Facility" award by the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association.
The 120-acre Krape Park is the perfect place to spend the day. Here you can enjoy tennis courts, a carousel (that only charges an affordable 50 cents per ride), an amphitheater, an 18-hole disc golf course, baseball diamonds, a duck pond...
...canoe and paddle boat rentals, a castle for the kids as well as a playground designed for the littlest of kids, cross-country skiing trails and sledding hills in the winter...
...and plenty of multi-use trails. The Krape Park Loop is definitely one trail to try. At two miles, it leads through the forest, past the Yellow Creek River, and eventually to...
While the numerous amenities at Krape Park are a huge draw, this gorgeous waterfall should not be overlooked. Take the time to find it on a walk through the park.
Have you seen the waterfall at Krape Park in Freeport before? What is your favorite waterfall in Illinois? Tell us in the comments! You can learn more about Krape Park on the Freeport Parks District website and follow the Krape Park Loop trail map on Alltrails.
If you enjoy chasing waterfalls, read this post to help you plan your next waterfall adventure in Illinois.
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