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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What's happening nearby...
Kankakee Farmers' Market
Farmers' Market • May 17 @ 8AM
Step into the vibrant heart of Kankakee at our Saturday morning Farmers' Market. It's a bustling hub with farm-to-table produce, meat, cheese, fresh flowers, delicious baked…
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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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Merchant Street MusicFest
Harold + Jean Miner Festival Square • Jul 25 – Jul 26 @ 5PM
Merchant Street MusicFest is a two-day music and arts festival at the historic downtown Train Depot, Harold and Jean Miner Festival Square.
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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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River fishing Charter
Kankakee
Specializes in float boat fishing trips using fly rods, spinning and bait casting gear.
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