Waterfall Hikes Near Preston Heights, IL

2,586 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Preston Heights? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Preston Heights. 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 41.4951°N, -88.0809°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Preston Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Preston Heights have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate Great Falls of the Illinois River Moderate

Updated 18 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Friday

Mostly Sunny · 81°F

Wed 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 81°F Mostly Sunny Best
Sat 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Preston Heights

Updated 18 minutes ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Illinois River Moderate · 10800 cfs 39th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Preston Heights (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 3 Waterfalls Near Preston Heights

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
Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

39.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Preston Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Preston Heights?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Preston Heights?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Preston Heights?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Preston Heights?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Preston Heights?

The closest waterfall to Preston Heights is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 12.8 miles away.

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