Waterfall Hikes Near DeKalb, IL

40,697 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near DeKalb? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of DeKalb. 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 41.9314°N, -88.7481°W

Map of Waterfalls Near DeKalb

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near DeKalb have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 86°F

Wed 91°F Sunny
Thu 91°F Sunny
Fri 90°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 87°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near DeKalb

Updated about 1 hour ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing · 10700 cfs 1st percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 674 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 674 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around DeKalb (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near DeKalb

Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

17 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near DeKalb

Are there free waterfalls near DeKalb?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in DeKalb?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near DeKalb?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near DeKalb?

The shortest waterfall hike near DeKalb is Canyon Creek Cascade at 2.0 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to DeKalb?

The closest waterfall to DeKalb is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 30.5 miles away.

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