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Welcome to The Canoe Shack
We are open until mid November
(630) 584 - 8017
We are in St. Charles, IL.
Please call to reserve your canoe.
Call, or e-mail us info@canoeshack.com
with any questions you my have. Sorry, no reservations will be accepted by
e-mail.
Links to helpful pages
001 Choice Cab INC.
1 (630) 232 - 4302
1 (630) 377 - 7067
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Fox River trips.
Fox River trips meet in St. Charles or South Elgin where you
will launch your canoe. Shuttle is included
The Canoe Shack is open April 1st to mid November 8 am to Dusk. We
can
handle groups of up to 100 people. Our trips cost $50.00 to $ 60.00 per
canoe for two people $ 10.00 per extra person (six and under are free)
No reservations will
be accepted by e-mail, we ask that you call 1 (630) 584 - 8017 to reserve
your
canoes. We have Gift Certificates available, which make a great gift
for
family and friends!
All rentals include Canoe, 2 Paddles, life preservers, and shuttle.
Kayak rentals are also available. Each canoe can hold up to three
adults,
or two adults, and two small children. Your drivers license may be held
as an equipment deposit, and will be returned at the end of your trip.
Reservation policy.
About Us.
About
our Trips. Fox river trip and map.
Dupage
river trip and map. Canoeing
News.
About Us.
The Canoe Shack is located about 30 miles west of Chicago on the
beautiful
Fox River. Though located near a metropolitan area, the Fox has
remained
peaceful, clean and unspoiled. It has a total length of 195 miles, with
103 in Illinois. It enters the state by Chain-O-Lakes State Park in
northern
Illinois, and flows into the Illinois River at Ottawa.
This section of the Fox River is also part of the Mid America Canoe
Race Course. It is one of the largest in the world with up to 1000
canoes
racing for the finish line in Aurora. During the race spectators line
bike
paths and bridges along the river. Many local festivals and
celebrations
are also held this same weekend. It has been run on the Fox for 30
years
and is the first Sunday in June.
On the 7 mile section between South Elgin and St. Charles, 2 state
nature
preserves, 3 county forest preserves and 5 city parks line the river.
These
offer many hiking, picnicking and wildlife observation opportunities,
as
well as historic sites, small limestone bluffs, and the county's only
waterfall.
Fishing is excellent with Northern Pike being one of the most prized
catches. Bass, Blue Gill and Catfish are also plentiful. The Fox River
Valley offers lodgings, restaurants, and all the modern conveniences,
but
from the river these are barely visible. So whether for some fishing
and
relaxation after a hard day's work, a family outing, or a day long
canoeing
excursion, the Fox River offers a tranquil setting, beautiful scenery,
and outstanding recreational opportunities.
Welcome. Reservation
policy. About
our Trips. Fox
river trip and map.
Dupage
river trip and map. Canoeing
News
About our Trips.
We have two trips on the Fox river, and one The West Branch of the
Dupage River.
Fox River trips.
Fox River trips meet in St Charles or South Elgin.
Trip One: $50.00
South Elgin to St. Charles. This seven mile trip is our most popular
and is a 2½ to 3½ hour trip. It starts below the dam in
South
Elgin and ends at Public Parking 1 block N of RT 64 on RT 31 in St. Charles.
Trip Two: $60.00
Elgin to St. Charles. This ten mile trip adds three miles to trip one.
It starts by the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin and is a 3½ to
4½
hour trip. There is one dam to portage in South Elgin, which is an easy
carry.
To check water levels please log-on to:
USGS
Real-time USGS FOX RIVER AT SOUTH ELGIN, IL
USGS
Real-time USGS FERSON CREEK NEAR ST. CHARLES, IL
Click on Fox river map to enlarge.
Welcome. Reservation
policy. About Us.
About
our Trips. Dupage
river trip and map.Canoeing News.
The West Branch of the Dupage River.
Trip Three: $60.00
Wayne to Warrenville. Our newest trip is a eight mile wilderness
journey
through undeveloped forest preserves. It is for the more experienced
paddler,
as there are may be downed trees to navigate around. The absence of
other
boat traffic makes for a serene and peaceful trip. The river is about
sixteen
feet wide at the start and about thirty feet wide at the the take out.
This trip is a 3 1\2 to 4 1\2 hr. long paddle. We meet on St. Charles
road
at the SW. corner of the bridge over the West Branch of the Dupage
River,
and end at the Mack Rd landing near Rt. 59. This trip is not offered
during
periods of low water. At least two canoes must be rented.
To check water levels please log-on to:
USGS
Real-time data for WEST BR DU PAGE RIVER NEAR WARRENVILLE, IL.
a gage level of 2.20 feet is necessary for comfortable canoeing. Please
reserve early!
Click on Dupage river map to enlarge.
Welcome. Reservation
policy. About
Us. About
our Trips. Fox
river trip and map. Canoeing
News.
Canoeing News
Des Plaines River Canoe Marathon
The Des Plaines River Canoe Marathon is held in
May, registration is required
We have canoes available for the this race, rental cost is $80.00
per canoe for the day. We will drop off your canoe(s) at the start of
the race in Libertyville and pick them up at the end of the race in Mt
Prospact. This is a fun outing and more information is available at
their web page The Des Plaines River
Canoe Marathon.
Mid-American Canoe Race
Mid-American Canoe Race sponsored by Fox Valley Park
District runs in June, on the Fox River, 40 miles
west of Chicago. registration is required. We have canoes available for this race. More information is
available at their web page Mid-American
Canoe Race.
Welcome. Reservation
policy. About
Us. About
our Trips. Fox
river trip and map. Dupage
river trip and map.
Reservation policy:
All reservations are accepted up to one year before your trip, on a
first come first served basis. A 50% deposit is required. Cancellations
are accepted up to 30 days before a trip. A 20% handling fee will be
deducted
and the balance will be refunded. Your deposit will not be refunded
after
30 days! If a severe thunder storm warning or tornado warning is issued
by the National Weather Service, you will be given an opportunity to
reschedule
your trip anytime within one year. If it is cold and pouring rain you
may
be given the opportunity to reschedule. This will be determined on a
case
by case basis by The Canoe Shack.
Note: We strongly recommend that all participants wear their life
preservers,
and know how to swim. (Illinois state law requires people fifteen and
under
to wear their life preservers) We encourage purchase of vacation trip
insurance
which covers personal property & injury. You will be canoeing at
your
own risk! Alcohol is allowed on the river but not in the parks. Please
do not canoe while intoxicated.
WARNINGS
SWIMMING - Swimming is permitted in the Fox River, however, extreme
caution must be exercised during periods of high water. Caution must
also be exercised directly above and below dams as the currents are
swift
and treacherous. Look for signs or buoys alerting you of dams!
Do not dive into the river because the depth can vary greatly. Please
be careful and wear shoes.
PORTAGES - Be alert and Look for signs or buoys alerting you
of
dams! Please avoid dropping or scraping canoes. DO NOT TAKE
CANOES OVER DAMS!
POWER BOATS - Motor boats, water skiers, and jet skis may be
present,
be ready for the wake, (It'll Rock Ya!) and please stay near the shore.
Pointing your canoe into the wake will minimize the possibility of
capsizing.
Welcome.
About
Us. About
our Trips. Fox
river trip and map.
Dupage
river trip and map. Canoeing
News.
(630) 584-8017
Please Call To Reserve Your Canoe Today
Hope to see you on the river soon!
Call, or e-mail us info@canoeshack.com
with
any questions you my have.
Sorry, no reservations will be accepted by e-mail.
Links to helpful pages
001 Choice Cab INC.
1 (630) 232 - 4302
1 (630) 377 - 7067
© Canoe Shack 2000 - 2005
Last up dated 07/14/2005
