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Des Plaines River
Canoe & Kayak Marathon

Save the Date
 
May 23, 2021
Fingers crossed  


Well, we're planning to hold the Marathon this year, modified to take into account the COVID pandemic and using appropriate precautions to maximize everyone's safety, and still let us all have a great day on the river.
Check this space as the plans evolve. Here are some of the key details so far:
•  Registration will open midnight March 31 and close midnight May 8.
•  Link to online registration (or download a mail-in registration form & waiver) through this website.
•  No same-day registration on race day this year!
•  Extra shuttle buses will be available.
•  All of us will wear masks and social distance while on land.
•  No standing in line to check in at the start line:  participants will pick up their boat numbers and get on the river as quickly as practicable.  Minimal socializing!
•  This is a timed race with awards.  All results will be posted on line.
 
For searchable results for 1958 (inaugural year)-1962, 1968, and 1971-2019: see PADDLESTATS

Welcome to 2021!

Sixty-four Years
Paddling the
Des Plaines River
 

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The river is free flowing
thanks to dam removal by:

The Lake County Forest Preserves and The Forest Preserves of Cook County.

The Des Plaines River Association produces this event.

Our Marathon is sponsored by:

The Forest Preserves of Cook County,
Lake County Forest Preserves 

plus                                          


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WELCOME
to the website for the
64th Des Plaines River
Canoe and Kayak Marathon
.
The beautiful course runs 18.5 miles
on the upper Des Plaines River
in northern Illinois.
Added in 2014 the 5.25 mile Minithon
ends at the same finish line as the
longstanding 18.5 mile Marathon.

We wish you abundant enjoyment
and success with your preparation
and participation (fingers crossed) in the

64th annual event Sunday, May 23, 2021!
Watch for updated 2021 information
on this site and on our FaceBook page
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 With support from our Business Sponsors:
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RocktownAdventures.com
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Sign up online here
IMail-in registration
What class do
my boat & I belong in?
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Class Specifications
Where can I rent a boat?

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Boat Rental
How do I get back to my car?
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Car Shuttle
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Key stuff to know before Signing Up...
How long is the course? 18.5 miles.
Oh. A shorter option? Yes, the Minithon. 5.25 miles.
If I need help while on the water, what do I do?
- Emergency help is available at every bridge.
- Call taxi service at any bridge: 847-303-0303.

Not interested in racing, can I still participate? YES!
Many paddlers sign up for non-competitive classes.

Invite your friends! Make a day of it!
Be part of the tradition. Make it part of YOUR tradition.
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Awards
Volunteers Wanted!
Positions Available


You can volunteer AND participate in the event!
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Weather Update
Forecast...NO RAIN!
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Start Times
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Marathon Hotline:
847-604-2445

info@canoemarathon.com

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  • Home
  • Course Map
  • Other Key Information
    • Awards
    • Boat Rental >
      • Parking+Shuttle Info
    • Registration >
      • Safety & Rules
      • Contact
      • Start Times
    • Tips
  • Boat Classes
  • Results & History
    • The Early Years
  • Volunteers