Go with the flow of the river on a Kankakee area camping escape.
Wide open spaces and a gently flowing river make camping in the region around Kankakee a calming Midwest escape. Follow the riverbanks 12 miles northwest to the wooded expanses and meandering waterways of Kankakee River State Park. The namesake river is excellent for novice canoeists, as well as skilled anglers looking to catch walleye, channel catfish, and smallmouth bass. Find campgrounds with electricity and showers, along with amenities like picnic tables and cooking grills. Farther downriver, Des Plaines State Fish and Wildlife Area features an abundance of outdoor activities, including an archery range, pheasant hunting, bass fishing, and a 12-mile equestrian trail for horseback riding. Pet-friendly RV parks and campgrounds in the area typically offer free wifi, full hookups with water and up to 50-amp service, children’s playgrounds, and volleyball courts. Less than an hour away is Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, where campers can take a day trip for hiking, biking, or winter cross-country skiing to catch glimpses of the Rocky Glen waterfall. On-site camping is only available to youth groups.