Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail

About Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail

The canal that opened the first water route from the east coast to the Gulf, completed in 1848 and running 96 miles from Bridgeport to LaSalle. Follow the old towpath 61.5 miles from Rockdale past bluffs, state parks and restored sites.

Things to do

• 🥾 Hiking
• 🚲 Biking
• 🎣 Fishing
• ⛵ Boating

Amenities & facilities

• 🏕️ Campsites
• 👥 Group Sites
• 🛝 Playground
• 🚤 Boat Ramp
• ♿ Accessible Facilities

RV / campsite hookups

• ⛺ Primitive / No Hookups

Camping options

• Primitive sites
• Youth group camping
• Group camping

Entrance fee

Free entry

🎒 Gear up for Illinois and Michigan Canal State Trail

Popular gear for what this park offers:

• Tents
• Fishing rods
• Hiking boots
• Bike helmets
• Life jackets
• Bug spray
• Coolers
• Sleeping bags
• Camp chairs
• Camp stoves
• Lanterns
• Tackle kits
• Daypacks
• Trekking poles

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• Gebhard Woods State Park
• William G. Stratton State Park
• Heidecke Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
• Illini State Park
• Channahon State Park
• Des Plaines State Fish & Wildlife Area