You Can Practically Drive Right Up To The Beautiful Thunder Bay Falls In Illinois
By Elizabeth Crozier|Published March 11, 2020
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Elizabeth Crozier
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An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
There’s a Galena waterfall that visitors can pretty much drive right up to, and it’s absolutely stunning. The perfect backdrop for any occasion, these falls will blow your mind.
Pack a picnic, bring your camera, and fuel up the car for a drive through the beautiful Illinois countryside. You won’t want to miss this scenic and accessible trip. Scroll on for more details.
One of two waterfalls found in Galena, this incredible sight is known as Thunder Bay Falls and is a popular place for couples to take photos together.
As you can practically drive right up to these falls, you'll find just a short path to get you closer to the action. You'll likely have your camera out the entire way.
The paths to the falls are accessible by wheelchair and stroller, and the railing is there for safety. Looking over the edge will give you a glimpse of the gorgeous water below.
The falls are a cascading spillway that comes from Lake Galena, and it is possible to see any time of the year, though winter does turn it into a frozen waterfall.
Many locals and travelers come here for wedding photos, graduation shots, and other special photography. There's no better backdrop than Thunder Bay Falls.