Waterfall Hikes Near Genoa, IL

5,044 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Genoa? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Genoa. 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 42.0926°N, -88.6964°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Genoa

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Genoa have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Illinois River Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 78°F

Wed 76°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Genoa

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 Moderate · 10800 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile

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

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

34.4 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Genoa

Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

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

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

34.4 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Genoa

Are there free waterfalls near Genoa?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Genoa?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Genoa?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Genoa?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Genoa?

The closest waterfall to Genoa is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 38.6 miles away.

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