Waterfall Hikes Near Crystal Lake, IL

40,463 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Crystal Lake? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Crystal Lake. 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 42.2333°N, -88.3351°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Crystal Lake

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Crystal Lake have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Low Canyon Creek Falls Low

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Tod 91°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 83°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Crystal Lake

Updated about 4 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 571 cfs 7th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 571 cfs 7th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Crystal Lake (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 Crystal Lake

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 Crystal Lake

Are there free waterfalls near Crystal Lake?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Crystal Lake?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Crystal Lake?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Crystal Lake?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Crystal Lake?

The closest waterfall to Crystal Lake is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 40.6 miles away.

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