Waterfall Hikes Near McCook, IL

299 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near McCook? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of McCook. 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 41.7959°N, -87.8411°W

Map of Waterfalls Near McCook

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near McCook have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 95°F

Tod 95°F Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Sunny
Fri 92°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Ind 88°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 86°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 86°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 87°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near McCook

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 669 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 669 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near McCook

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near McCook

Are there free waterfalls near McCook?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in McCook?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near McCook?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near McCook?

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

What is the closest waterfall to McCook?

The closest waterfall to McCook is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 12 miles away.

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