Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Forest, IL

27,199 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oak Forest? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oak Forest. 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 41.6054°N, -87.7527°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oak Forest

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Oak Forest have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms · 78°F

Wed 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 78°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms Best
Fri 82°F Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Oak Forest

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oak Forest (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 2 Waterfalls Near Oak Forest

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oak Forest

Are there free waterfalls near Oak Forest?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oak Forest?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Forest?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oak Forest?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Oak Forest?

The closest waterfall to Oak Forest is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 14.7 miles away.

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