Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Lawn, IL

57,665 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oak Lawn? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oak Lawn. 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 41.7139°N, -87.7528°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oak Lawn

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 of 2 waterfalls near Oak Lawn are flowing strongly today

Canyon Creek Cascade Roaring Canyon Creek Falls Roaring

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Tuesday

Mostly Sunny · 85°F

Ind 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Sun 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 81°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Tue 85°F Mostly Sunny Best
Wed 88°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Oak Lawn

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Roaring · 2590 cfs 100th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Roaring · 2590 cfs 100th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oak Lawn (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

45.9 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Oak Lawn

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

45.9 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oak Lawn

Are there free waterfalls near Oak Lawn?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oak Lawn?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Lawn?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oak Lawn?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Oak Lawn?

The closest waterfall to Oak Lawn is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 11.7 miles away.

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