We welcome you to explore our unique blend of natural beauty, heritage and urban attractions along 57 miles of winding river. Kankakee County is located just 50 miles south of Chicago, off of Interstate 57. Routes 45/52, 50 and 17 also run through the River Valley. O'Hare International Airport is 75 miles north of Kankakee County, and Midway Airport is 50 miles north. The Greater Kankakee airport is also available for personal aircraft landing space.

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Upcoming Events

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Kankakee County Restaurant Week 2019

Escape to Kankakee County!

Lose yourself in the natural beauty of the Kankakee River and Kankakee River State Park, you won't be disappointed.

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Stars, trails and bears, oh my!

More than 50,000 visitors travel each summer to the campus of Olivet Nazarene University to experience the festivities surrounding the 7UP Chicago Bears Training Camp. Find antique treasures at Indian Oaks Antique Mall and Olde Barn Antiques. The whole family will enjoy Exploration Station...a children’s museum or the Strickler Planetarium where you can see and learn about the stars and planets. Located on 170 beautiful acres, Perry Farm Park is complete with a petting zoo, apple orchard, bike trails and Native American Indian caves. Nearby you’ll find spectacular biking and hiking trails along the scenic meandering Kankakee River.

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