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Bike the Kankakee River Trail in Kankakee, IL
Try a little multitasking at the Kankakee River Trail in Kankakee, IL, where you'll get the feeling you're biking three trails in one. You get the scenic views of the river, the impressive bluffs over Rock Creek and the lone ruin of what once was the town of Altorff Mills. Distance: 10.5 milesDifficulty: Great stretches for beginnersDon't Miss: What's leftover from the town of Altorff MillsCheck out more outdoor recreation and family fun in Kankakee, IL. Read More »
Kankakee River Valley Recreation Includes Fishing, Golf and Family Fun
Residents will find a wide variety of recreation options in the Kankakee River Valley, ranging from biking, hiking and horseback riding to just relaxing as they watch the NFL's Chicago Bears train each summer at Olivet Nazarene University. Here are just a few fun things to do in the Kankakee River Valley:
Kankakee River State Park Kankakee River State Park comprises 4,000 gorgeous, scenic acres that follow the path of the river and is perfect for family picnics and outdoor adventures. It also... Read More »
Kankakee River Attracts Anglers, Boaters and Nature Lovers Year-Round
For 80 years‚ boat racers and spectators have descended on Kankakee County for the Kankakee River Valley Regatta. The only trouble‚ organizers found‚ was the name.
The race is not a genteel competition‚ with sailors navigating the waters powered only by Mother Nature’s fickle breeze. No‚ this race is about horsepower‚ and plenty of it.
In 2006‚ event organizers changed the title to the Powerboat National Championships‚ alerting all that speeds must be measured by stopwatches‚ not sundials.
“It’... Read More »
Water Park, Ice Arena, Kids Museum Equal Family Fun in Kankakee
Whether stepping on the ice at the OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena or swimming at Splash Valley Aquatic Park‚ playing ball at a Kankakee Valley Parks' ball field or checking out Exploration Station children's museum, families find plenty of action in the Valley.
OAK Orthopedic Sports Arena offers hockey and skating classes and leagues. It also houses the Kankakee Community College Fitness Center.
Splash Valley Aquatic Park boasts three water slides, a four-lane lap pool‚ two zero-depth entry... Read More »
