Waterfall Hikes Near Franklin Park, IL

18,374 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Franklin Park? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Franklin Park. 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 41.9361°N, -87.8794°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Franklin Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Franklin Park have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 62°F

Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Wed 62°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 62°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 69°F Partly Sunny
Sat 74°F Partly Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Franklin Park (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 Franklin Park

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 Franklin Park

Are there free waterfalls near Franklin Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Franklin Park?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Franklin Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Franklin Park?

The shortest waterfall hike near Franklin Park is Canyon Creek Cascade at 2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to Franklin Park?

The closest waterfall to Franklin Park is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 17.2 miles away.

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