Waterfall Hikes Near Portage, IN

37,737 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Portage? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Portage. 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 41.5856°N, -87.1797°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Portage

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Portage have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

This Afternoon

Partly Sunny · 71°F

Aft 71°F Partly Sunny Best
Sun 83°F Sunny
Mon 92°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 92°F Sunny
Wed 94°F Sunny
Thu 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 91°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Portage

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 1290 cfs 40th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 1290 cfs 40th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Portage (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Portage

Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Portage

Are there free waterfalls near Portage?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Portage?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Portage?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Portage?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Portage?

The closest waterfall to Portage is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 39.9 miles away.

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