Waterfall Hikes Near Mount Prospect, IL

56,191 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Mount Prospect? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Mount Prospect. 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 42.0641°N, -87.9375°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Mount Prospect

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Mount Prospect have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Tod 68°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 73°F Partly Sunny
Jun 76°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 74°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 74°F Chance Rain Showers
Tue 78°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Mount Prospect

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Low · 1250 cfs 11th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Low · 1250 cfs 11th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Mount Prospect (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

45 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Mount Prospect

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

45 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Mount Prospect

Are there free waterfalls near Mount Prospect?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Mount Prospect?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Mount Prospect?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Mount Prospect?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Mount Prospect?

The closest waterfall to Mount Prospect is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 21 miles away.

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