JOHN J DUERR (SOUTH ELGIN) TO FERSON CREEK (ST. CHARLES)
Parking/End Point: FERSON CREEK PARK. ST. CHARLES, IL
Launch Point: JOHN J. DUERR FOREST PRESERVE. SOUTH ELGIN, IL
Duration/Rental Use: 2-3 Hours/4 Hours
Prices:
$55.00/Single Sit In & Sit On Kayak
$70.00/Tandem Sit On Kayak
$20/Personal Kayak Shuttle
$5.00/Dry Pack Rental
>5 Kayaks 5% Group Discount
Details: Wide and proud. Numerous sightings of Birdlife. Easy Paddling. Not the best trip for windy days. Scenic paddle with Rt. 31. Motor boats could be present but usually a respectful paddle. A popular trip ending in St. Charles for various places to eat and have refreshing drinks.
CORNISH PARK (ALGONQUIN, IL) TO VOYAGEURS LANDING (ELGIN)
Parking/End Point: Voyageurs Landing, Elgin, IL
Launch Point: Cornish Park, Algonquin, IL
Duration/Rental Use: 3-5 Hours/6 Hours
Prices:
$60.00/Single Sit In & Sit On Kayak (325 Lbs)
$75.00/Tandem Sit On Kayak (425 Lbs)
$30.00/Personal Kayak Shuttle
$5.00/Dry Pack Rental
>5 Kayaks 5% Group Discount
Details: Scenic and Tranquil. Paddle through the beautiful layouts of the surrounding towns. An easy portage at the Carpentersville Dam where you can use restrooms or have lunch. Plenty of spots to eat, we recommend Rosie O’Hares. Plenty of wildlife and birdlife. End at the scenic Voyageurs Landing before the I90 Bridge. Some motor boats can be seen but is respected to paddlers.
