Waterfall Hikes Near Chicago Ridge, IL

14,284 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Chicago Ridge? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Chicago Ridge. 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 41.7034°N, -87.7795°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Chicago Ridge

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Water Flow

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2 of 2 waterfalls near Chicago Ridge are flowing strongly today

Canyon Creek Cascade Strong Canyon Creek Falls Strong

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

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Thu 62°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 66°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
Sat 74°F Rain Showers Likely then Mostly Cloudy
Sun 78°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mem 80°F Partly Sunny
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Chicago Ridge (1 waterfall)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

19.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Chicago Ridge

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

19.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

0 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Chicago Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Chicago Ridge?

There is 1 free waterfall near Chicago Ridge, including Canyon Creek Cascade.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Chicago Ridge?

There is 1 dog-friendly waterfall near Chicago Ridge, including Canyon Creek Cascade.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Chicago Ridge?

There is 1 kid-friendly waterfall near Chicago Ridge, including Canyon Creek Cascade.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Chicago Ridge?

The shortest waterfall hike near Chicago Ridge is Canyon Creek Cascade at 2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Chicago Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Chicago Ridge is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 10.0 miles away.

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