Waterfall Hikes Near Pistakee Highlands, IL

3,292 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Pistakee Highlands? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Pistakee Highlands. 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 42.4023°N, -88.2115°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Pistakee Highlands

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Pistakee Highlands 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 90°F Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Sat 83°F Partly Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wed 87°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 81°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Pistakee Highlands

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 Pistakee Highlands (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 Pistakee Highlands

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 Pistakee Highlands

Are there free waterfalls near Pistakee Highlands?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Pistakee Highlands?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Pistakee Highlands?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Pistakee Highlands?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Pistakee Highlands?

The closest waterfall to Pistakee Highlands is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 43.6 miles away.

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