Kankakee River
Kankakee River, Kankakee, IL 60901
Boating
The Kankakee is a gentle Class I river ideal for first-time canoeists.
The Kankakee River takes a leisurely path from its origin to a point near Wilmington, Illinois, where it joins the DesPlaines River to form the Illinois River. Long acclaimed as one of the cleanest rivers in the Midwest.
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Rhubarb Festival 2025
Small Memorial Park • May 18 @ 10AM
You won't want to miss the Annual Rhubarb Festival at the Kankakee County Museum.
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Kankakee County Fair
Kankakee County Fairgrounds • Jul 30 – Aug 03 @ 7AM
The Kankakee County Fair has something for everyone!
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Kankakee River Valley Regatta
River Road Park • Aug 29 – Aug 31 @ 12noon
Experience the thrill of outboard performance craft power boat racing on the Kankakee River.
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River fishing Charter
Kankakee
Specializes in float boat fishing trips using fly rods, spinning and bait casting gear.
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Fly-Fishing Guide
Kankakee
Big River Fly Fishing is a guide service committed to providing a quality experience on the Kankakee River.
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