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Des Plaines River
Canoe & Kayak Marathon


2023 Race is

Sunday May 21, 2023


Registration is Open

Click Here to Register for the Race Online

Click Here for the Mail in Registration Form

​Click here to check the river water level​

The race is ...(almost always) the Sunday before Memorial Day weekend.
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For searchable results for 1958 (inaugural year)-1962, 1968, and 1971-2019: see PADDLESTATS

Look to 2023!

2023: Sixty-six 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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Look forward to
to the website for the
66th 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 

Visit our FaceBook page.
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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
  • Other Key Info
    • Awards
    • Overnight Lodging
    • Parking+Shuttle Info
    • Boat Rental
    • Registration >
      • Safety & Rules
      • Contact
      • Start Times
    • Tips
  • Course Map
  • Boat Classes
  • Results & History
    • The Early Years
  • Volunteers