Waterfall Hikes Near Green Oaks, IL

4,096 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Green Oaks? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Green Oaks. 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 42.2954°N, -87.9115°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Green Oaks

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Green Oaks have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 76°F

Wed 77°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 76°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Green Oaks

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Green Oaks (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 2 Waterfalls Near Green Oaks

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 Green Oaks

Are there free waterfalls near Green Oaks?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Green Oaks?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Green Oaks?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Green Oaks?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Green Oaks?

The closest waterfall to Green Oaks is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 33.4 miles away.

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