Waterfall Hikes Near Ridgewood, IL

3,242 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Ridgewood? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Ridgewood. 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 41.5340°N, -88.0436°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Ridgewood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Ridgewood have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Monday

Mostly Sunny · 78°F

Mon 78°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 80°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 83°F Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Sunny
Fri 82°F Sunny
Sat 80°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 82°F Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Ridgewood

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing · 11800 cfs 4th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 1030 cfs 0th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 1030 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Ridgewood (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 3 Waterfalls Near Ridgewood

Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

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

Canyon Creek Cascade

15.8 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

20.3 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Ridgewood

Are there free waterfalls near Ridgewood?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Ridgewood?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Ridgewood?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Ridgewood?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Ridgewood?

The closest waterfall to Ridgewood is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 9.4 miles away.

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