Waterfall Hikes Near Wauconda, IL

14,040 residents
Chicago Time Zone
2 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Wauconda? There are 2 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Wauconda. 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 42.2749°N, -88.1359°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Wauconda

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

2 of 2 gauged

2 waterfalls near Wauconda 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

Labor Day

Mostly Sunny · 80°F

Aft 90°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Sat 82°F Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Sun 78°F Mostly Sunny
Lab 80°F Mostly Sunny Best
Tue 82°F Partly Sunny
Wed 85°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Thu 80°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Flowing best right now near Wauconda

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 Wauconda (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 Wauconda

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 Wauconda

Are there free waterfalls near Wauconda?

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

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Wauconda?

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

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Wauconda?

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

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Wauconda?

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

What is the closest waterfall to Wauconda?

The closest waterfall to Wauconda is Canyon Creek Cascade, approximately 34.2 miles away.

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