Our trips cost $60.00 to $70.00 per canoe or kayak for two people $ 10.00 per extra
person (six and under are free). A solo kayak is $40.00.
Sorry no reservations are accepted by e-mail at this time. Please call (630) 584
- 8017 to reserve your canoes or kayaks
We can handle groups of up to 100 people.
We have Gift Certificates available, which make a great gift for family and
friends!
About our Trips.
We have two trips on the Fox
river, and one on The West Branch of the Dupage River.
The Fox River
Trip 1 South Elgin to St. Charles $60.00 (2 people)
This 7 1/2 mile trip is
our most popular as there are no dams to portage. It is a 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hour paddle. It starts below the dam in
South Elgin and ends above the dam in St. Charles, at the public parking lot on the river, 1 block north of route 64 (North Ave) on RT 31.
Trip Two: Elgin to St. Charles, $70.00 (2 people)
This
10 mile trip adds 3 miles to trip one. It starts by the Grand Victoria
Casino in Elgin and is a 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hour paddle. 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
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The West Branch of the Dupage River.
Trip
Three: $70.00
Wayne to Warrenville. Our newest trip is a 10 mile
wilderness journey through undeveloped forest preserves. It is for the more
experienced paddler, as there may be downed trees to navigate around. The
absence of power boat traffic makes for a serene and peaceful trip. The river is
about 15 feet wide at the start and about 25 feet wide at the the take
out. This trip is a 3 1\2 to 4 1\2 hour paddle. We meet on St. Charles road
at the SE. corner of the bridge over the West Branch of the Dupage River, and
end at the Mack Rd landing near Rt. 59. A new parking area is now open at the put in, and the first mile of a new bike path has been compleated. 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!
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Mid-American Canoe
Race
The 47th Annual Mid-American Canoe & Kayak Race sponsored by
Fox Valley Park District will run on Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008, on the Fox River,
40 miles west of Chicago. Registration is required. We have canoes and Kayaks
available for this race. More information is available at their web page Mid-American
Canoe Race.
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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
25% 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 with any questions you my have.
info@canoeshack.com
Sorry, no
reservations will be accepted by e-mail.
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