Waterfall Hikes Near Geneva, IL

21,390 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Geneva? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Geneva. 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 41.8833°N, -88.3242°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Geneva

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Geneva have live flow data today

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

Updated 26 minutes ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 83°F Mostly Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 87°F Mostly Sunny
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
Fri 81°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Geneva

Updated about 2 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Great Falls of the Illinois River Moderate · 6620 cfs 61st percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 547 cfs 6th percentile
  3. 3 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 547 cfs 6th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Geneva (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 3 Waterfalls Near Geneva

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
Great Falls of the Illinois River waterfall

Great Falls of the Illinois River

38.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Geneva

Are there free waterfalls near Geneva?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Geneva?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Geneva?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Geneva?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Geneva?

The closest waterfall to Geneva is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 23.1 miles away.

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