Waterfall Hikes Near West Chicago, IL

25,632 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near West Chicago? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of West Chicago. 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 41.8960°N, -88.2253°W

Map of Waterfalls Near West Chicago

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near West Chicago have live flow data today

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

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Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Mostly Sunny · 64°F

Sun 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
Mon 83°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 81°F Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 64°F Mostly Sunny Best
Thu 64°F Mostly Sunny
Fri 70°F Partly Sunny
Sat 76°F Partly Sunny

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around West Chicago (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

19.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near West Chicago

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

0 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

39.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near West Chicago

Are there free waterfalls near West Chicago?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in West Chicago?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near West Chicago?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near West Chicago?

The shortest waterfall hike near West Chicago is Canyon Creek Cascade at 2 miles round trip.

What is the closest waterfall to West Chicago?

The closest waterfall to West Chicago is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 19.5 miles away.

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