Waterfall Hikes Near Tower Lakes, IL

1,282 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Tower Lakes? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Tower Lakes. 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 42.2315°N, -88.1537°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Tower Lakes

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Tower Lakes have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate Canyon Creek Falls Moderate

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Partly Sunny · 77°F

Wed 77°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 77°F Partly Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 82°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mon 82°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Tue 79°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Tower Lakes

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 1610 cfs 31st percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Tower Lakes (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 2 Waterfalls Near Tower Lakes

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

34.4 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Tower Lakes

Are there free waterfalls near Tower Lakes?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Tower Lakes?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Tower Lakes?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Tower Lakes?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Tower Lakes?

The closest waterfall to Tower Lakes is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 32.9 miles away.

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