Waterfall Hikes Near Markham, IL

11,592 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Markham? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Markham. 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 41.6000°N, -87.6904°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Markham

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Markham have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Low Canyon Creek Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 83°F

Aft 93°F Sunny
Sat 87°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sun 82°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 83°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 87°F Partly Sunny
Wed 90°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 84°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Markham

Updated about 3 hours ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Low · 575 cfs 13th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Low · 575 cfs 13th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Markham (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 Markham

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Markham

Are there free waterfalls near Markham?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Markham?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Markham?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Markham?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Markham?

The closest waterfall to Markham is Canyon Creek Falls, approximately 17.6 miles away.

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