(815)968-0711
(815)985-5153
Welcome to KISHWAUKEE CANOE, a canoe rental service based out of ROCKFORD, ILLINOIS. The canoe trip we offer is on the KISHWAUKEE RIVER in ILLINOIS. Your adventure starts at BAUMANN PARK in CHERRY VALLEY, IL and ends at ATWOOD PARK in NEW MILFORD, IL. It is an 8 1/2 mile ride that is very enjoyable, as the "KISH" has alot to offer.
The "KISH" is rated as a Class A river by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. This means it has a significant number of species of fish that are silt intolerant. It is very nice to be on a river with clean water. If you are a fishing enthusiast, you are apt to catch smallmouth bass, walleye, northern pike, catfish and bluegills. You are invited to bring a pole if you like. Catch and release is appreciated though!
The "KISH" has many opportunities to see various wildlife along it's shores and in it's waters. You may see white tailed deer, great blue herons, osprey, river otters, beavers, and reptiles during your adventure. If you especially enjoy watching the birds, this is the place to be. Of the 299 species of birds that regularly occur in Illinois, 262 can be found along and around the shores of the Kishwaukee river.
There are many forest preserves along the KISHWAUKEE RIVER that you can stop at to have a picnic or to take advantage of their facilities including: ESPENSHEID MEMORIAL, BLACKHAWK SPRINGS, KISHWAUKEE RIVER FOREST PRESERVE and the KISHWAUKEE GORGE. There are mile marker signs along the way, making it easier to tell how far you have gone on the river.
We are a friendly, customer service based business with many years of experience. We want you to have an amazing and memorable trip! It is definitely a river you will want to canoe or kayak! Get one on one with nature, it's where it's at! Come and experience the Kishwaukee River TODAY, you won't be disappointed!
TRIPS ARE AVAILABLE 7 DAYS A WEEK !! PLEASE CALL 24 HOURS IN ADVANCE TO BOOK YOUR CANOE OR KAYAK TRIP TODAY !!
BEAT THE HEAT !! COOL OFF ON THE KISH !!
CANOE RENTAL PRICES:
$60.00** PER CANOE-2 PEOPLE *
*$10.00 EXTRA FOR 3RD PERSON
**PRICES INCLUDE CANOE, LIFEVESTS, AND PADDLES
WE ALSO HAVE KAYAKS FOR RENT:
PLEASE CALL FOR AVAILABLITY
$60.00** for a tandem (double) Kayak
$30.00** for a solo Kayak
**PRICES INCLUDE KAYAK, LIFEVESTS, AND PADDLES
DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR LARGE GROUPS AND RETURN CUSTOMERS ! MENTION WHEN YOU CALL
BOY/GIRL SCOUTS AND CHURCH GROUPS WELCOME
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KISHWAUKEE CANOE
(815) 968-0711
(815) 985-5153
RENTAL BOAT LICENSE # R12000036 EXPIRES MARCH 1, 2013
FOR OPERATION ON THE KISHWAUKEE RIVER, ROCK RIVER, PECATONICA RIVER, SUGAR RIVER, FOX RIVER AND DES PLAINES RIVER.
ALSO : PLEASE CHECK OUT **www.canoetrips.net**- CANOE TRIPS ON THE FOX RIVER, ILLINOIS
Start of trip at Baumann Park in Cherry Valley, IL
Beautiful day on the KISH
One of the many parks available to stop at to rest or have a picnic !
Get one on one with Mother Nature! It's where it’s at! Come experience the Kishwaukee River and you won't be disappointed! We have many years experience and no customer complaints!
**(prices are subject to change without notice)