Waterfall Hikes Near Oak Park, IL

53,834 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oak Park? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oak Park. 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 41.8872°N, -87.7899°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oak Park

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Oak Park have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 75°F

Tue 81°F Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 78°F Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Thu 79°F Sunny
Fri 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 78°F Chance Rain Showers
Sun 75°F Mostly Sunny Best
Mon 76°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Oak Park

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 1320 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 1320 cfs 0th percentile

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

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

15.8 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Oak Park

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

15.9 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Oak Park

Are there free waterfalls near Oak Park?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oak Park?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oak Park?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oak Park?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Oak Park?

The closest waterfall to Oak Park is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 18.6 miles away.

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