Waterfall Hikes Near Buffalo Grove, IL

42,934 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Buffalo Grove? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Buffalo Grove. 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 42.1675°N, -87.9615°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Buffalo Grove

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Buffalo Grove have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Sunny
Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Partly Sunny
Wed 89°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Buffalo Grove

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 559 cfs 0th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 559 cfs 0th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Buffalo Grove (1 waterfall)

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

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

9.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft

All 2 Waterfalls Near Buffalo Grove

Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

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

Canyon Creek Falls

9.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Buffalo Grove

Are there free waterfalls near Buffalo Grove?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Buffalo Grove?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Buffalo Grove?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Buffalo Grove?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Buffalo Grove?

The closest waterfall to Buffalo Grove is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 25 miles away.

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