Waterfall Hikes Near Des Plaines, IL

60,087 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Des Plaines? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Des Plaines. 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 42.0345°N, -87.9008°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Des Plaines

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Des Plaines have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 18 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 79°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 86°F Partly Sunny
Wed 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Des Plaines

Updated about 18 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 535 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 535 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Des Plaines (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

9.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Des Plaines

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

9.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Des Plaines

Are there free waterfalls near Des Plaines?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Des Plaines?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Des Plaines?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Des Plaines?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Des Plaines?

The closest waterfall to Des Plaines is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 21.1 miles away.

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