Waterfall Hikes Near Prospect Heights, IL

15,861 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Prospect Heights? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Prospect 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 42.1039°N, -87.9267°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Prospect Heights

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Prospect Heights have live flow data today

Canyon Creek Cascade Low Canyon Creek Falls Low

Updated about 3 hours ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Sunday

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 93°F Mostly Sunny
Sat 84°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Sunny
Sun 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Lab 81°F Mostly Sunny
Tue 84°F Partly Sunny
Wed 88°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 82°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Prospect Heights

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 Prospect 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 2 Waterfalls Near Prospect Heights

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 Prospect Heights

Are there free waterfalls near Prospect Heights?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Prospect Heights?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Prospect Heights?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Prospect Heights?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Prospect Heights?

The closest waterfall to Prospect Heights is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 23.4 miles away.

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