Waterfall Hikes Near Lockport, IL

26,119 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lockport? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lockport. 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 41.5906°N, -88.0293°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lockport

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 of 3 waterfalls near Lockport are flowing strongly today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Wed 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Thu 79°F Rain Showers Likely
Fri 79°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 79°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Lockport

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Roaring · 2810 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 2810 cfs 100th percentile
  3. 3 Great Falls of the Illinois River Roaring · 12700 cfs 91st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lockport (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 Lockport

Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

34.4 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
Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

39.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Lockport

Are there free waterfalls near Lockport?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lockport?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lockport?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lockport?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Lockport?

The closest waterfall to Lockport is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 6 miles away.

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