Waterfall Hikes Near Lee, IL

325 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lee? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lee. 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 41.7955°N, -88.9417°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lee

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Lee have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Sunny
Wed 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Sunny
Fri 80°F Sunny
Sat 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 81°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lee

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 Barely Flowing · 11800 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 1030 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 1030 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

15.8 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Lee

Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

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

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

15.9 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lee

Are there free waterfalls near Lee?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lee?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lee?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lee?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Lee?

The closest waterfall to Lee is Great Falls of the Illinois River, approximately 32 miles away.

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