Waterfall Hikes Near Niles, IL

30,637 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Niles? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Niles. 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 42.0278°N, -87.8099°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Niles

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 of 2 waterfalls near Niles are flowing strongly today

Canyon Creek Cascade Roaring Canyon Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Saturday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 77°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 69°F Chance Rain Showers
Sat 74°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 97°F Sunny
Wed 97°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Niles

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Roaring · 1770 cfs 93rd percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 1770 cfs 93rd percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Niles (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 Niles

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 Niles

Are there free waterfalls near Niles?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Niles?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Niles?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Niles?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Niles?

The closest waterfall to Niles is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 24.6 miles away.

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