Waterfall Hikes Near Oakwood Hills, IL

2,475 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Oakwood Hills? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Oakwood Hills. 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 42.2478°N, -88.2401°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Oakwood Hills

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Oakwood Hills have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Thursday

Mostly Sunny · 79°F

Aft 82°F Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 79°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 85°F Partly Sunny
Wed 86°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Thu 79°F Mostly Sunny Best
Fri 82°F Mostly Sunny

Flowing best right now near Oakwood Hills

Updated about 1 hour ago

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

  1. 1 Canyon Creek Cascade Barely Flowing · 551 cfs 8th percentile
  2. 2 Canyon Creek Falls Barely Flowing · 551 cfs 8th percentile

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🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Oakwood Hills (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 Oakwood Hills

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 Oakwood Hills

Are there free waterfalls near Oakwood Hills?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Oakwood Hills?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Oakwood Hills?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Oakwood Hills?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Oakwood Hills?

The closest waterfall to Oakwood Hills is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 37.3 miles away.

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