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Kankakee River

Situated on 4,000 acres in Kankakee and Will Counties, Illinois Kankakee River State Park was established in 1938 on lands once inhabited by Illini and Miami Indians.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Kankakee River

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Kankakee River State Park

Situated on 4,000 acres in Kankakee and Will Counties, Illinois Kankakee River State Park was established in 1938 on lands once inhabited by Illini and Miami Indians.

2.1 mi away

Rock Creek Trail

This 2-mile trail is located in the heart of the Kankakee River State Park.

2.5 mi away

Kankakee River Trail

Winding through southwestern Chicago between Bourbonnais and Wilmington is this 10.6-mile cycling trail.

12.1 mi away

Prairie Creek Woods Trail

If you are looking for an alternative to the many forested and canyon rock trails in Illinois, then consider this beautiful hike through the tallgrass prairies.

12.6 mi away

Tall Grass Prairie and Bison

The longevity of Illinois tallgrass prairie regions can be attributed to the herds of bison that roam through the land.

12.6 mi away

Buffalo Viewing Trail

As its name implies, this trail is one of the best spots in the state to view the majestic buffalo herds that roam through the grassland prairies.