Waterfall Hikes Near Lockport Heights, IL

841 residents
Chicago Time Zone
3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Lockport Heights? There are 3 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Lockport Heights. 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 41.6215°N, -88.0224°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Lockport Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

3 of 3 gauged

3 waterfalls near Lockport Heights have live flow data today

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

Updated about 2 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 82°F

Tod 93°F Sunny
Sat 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 82°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny
Wed 88°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 83°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Lockport Heights

Updated about 2 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
  3. 3 Great Falls of the Illinois River Barely Flowing · 4110 cfs 5th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Lockport Heights (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 Lockport Heights

Canyon Creek Falls waterfall

Canyon Creek Falls

9.6 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Canyon Creek Cascade waterfall

Canyon Creek Cascade

9.7 miles away
Illinois
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 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 Lockport Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Lockport Heights?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Lockport Heights?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Lockport Heights?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Lockport Heights?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Lockport Heights?

The closest waterfall to Lockport Heights is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 4.2 miles away.

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