Waterfall Hikes Near Park Ridge, IL

39,368 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Park Ridge? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Park Ridge. 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 42.0125°N, -87.8436°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Park Ridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Park Ridge have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 74°F

Aft 79°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sat 84°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 80°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 82°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 74°F Mostly Sunny Best

Flowing best right now near Park Ridge

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 2050 cfs 47th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 2050 cfs 47th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Park Ridge (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 Park Ridge

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 Park Ridge

Are there free waterfalls near Park Ridge?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Park Ridge?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Park Ridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Park Ridge?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Park Ridge?

The closest waterfall to Park Ridge is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 22.4 miles away.

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