Waterfall Hikes Near Highland Park, IL

30,209 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Highland Park? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Highland 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 42.1823°N, -87.8104°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Highland Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Highland Park 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

This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 76°F Sunny
Tue 84°F Partly Sunny
Wed 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 76°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 79°F Sunny
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Highland Park

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 Highland Park (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 Highland Park

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 Highland Park

Are there free waterfalls near Highland Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Highland Park?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Highland Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Highland Park?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Highland Park?

The closest waterfall to Highland Park is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 32.1 miles away.

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