Waterfall Hikes Near North Barrington, IL

3,119 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near North Barrington? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of North Barrington. 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 42.2065°N, -88.1316°W

Map of Waterfalls Near North Barrington

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Water Flow

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2 of 2 waterfalls near North Barrington are flowing strongly today

Canyon Creek Cascade Strong Canyon Creek Falls Strong

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Best Day to Hike

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Fri 62°F Mostly Cloudy then Chance Rain Showers
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Sun 77°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Mem 80°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around North Barrington (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

19.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near North Barrington

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

0 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near North Barrington

Are there free waterfalls near North Barrington?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in North Barrington?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near North Barrington?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near North Barrington?

The shortest waterfall hike near North Barrington is Canyon Creek Cascade at 2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to North Barrington?

The closest waterfall to North Barrington is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 30.7 miles away.

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