Waterfall Hikes Near Woodridge, IL

34,027 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Woodridge? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Woodridge. 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 41.7370°N, -88.0409°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Woodridge

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Woodridge have live flow data today

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

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Today

Sunny · 84°F

Tod 84°F Sunny Best
Wed 85°F Mostly Sunny
Thu 83°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Fri 80°F Showers And Thunderstorms Likely then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Sun 86°F Mostly Sunny
Mon 88°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Woodridge

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 Moderate · 21700 cfs 60th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Moderate · 2120 cfs 48th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Moderate · 2120 cfs 48th percentile

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

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

45.9 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Woodridge

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

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

Great Falls of the Illinois River

5.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Woodridge

Are there free waterfalls near Woodridge?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Woodridge?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Woodridge?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Woodridge?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Woodridge?

The closest waterfall to Woodridge is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 3.9 miles away.

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