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3.14 out of 5 Rider Rating 3.14
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Wilmington-Kankakee River Loop

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By BlueDrewid (5 McR Points) on Aug 15, 2011

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Guest
April 30, 2012
Don't waste your time. You don't really ride next…
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MichelleG
2 McR Points
August 19, 2012
Nice, scenic, tree-lined route through Wilmington…
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Written Directions

Start in downtown Wilmington, IL on Water St. Water street goes south & turns into Route 102. Take 102 into Kankakee which meets Routes 45/52. continue south to Court St (Route 17). Turn right across the Kankakee River bridge. Turn right at the stop light onto N.Wall St. This is also Route 113. Take 113 back north up to Wilmington (Route 53). Turn right and cross the Kankakee River again. You've just completed the loop. You can go up/down either side of the Kankakee River it's a sweet ride either way.

Scenery

Both Route 102 & 113 are rolling curving roads with dense tree lines on either side. Along Route 102 is the Kankakee State Park with plenty of camping & picnic areas to stop at.

Drive Enjoyment

Both Routes 102 & 113 have been recently paved. No potholes. But due to the State Park & dense tree lines, Watch for Deer on early morning & evening "dusk" rides!

Tourism Opportunities

Their are several decent road side pubs to stop at. In Wilmington there is a famous "Rt.66" greasy spoon called "the Launching Pad" complete with a Giant Green Man holding a rocket. Also, in town is the Rustic Inn biker bar. Farther south on Rt.102 (past the State Parks) is the Parkway Inn (not the best but OK). Back up North on Rt.113 in the little village of Custer is the "Custer's Keg" another little biker bar that a fun stop.

Motorcycle Road Additional info

This is a fun loop to ride if you're near the area. It's a sweet ride on a cool day because you pick up the moisture from the river. In the fall it's a little cooler so wear your leathers
 

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Guest
July 18, 2013
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Motorcycle Type : Cruiser
I rode this last weekend. Nice and scenic. Take some time to ride through the Kankakee State Park. One warning though. There are 4 or so bumps on 102 near the park that are a little rough at 55 mph. Almost like speed bumps.
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hondo lady 69
December 3, 2012
12 McR Points
Motorcycle Type : Other
I rode this 3 years ago. I was on 113 and found the wauponsee glacial trail, park right off 113 you can park and walk out on the bridge. The bridge would be on the left if your heading towards Kankakee.
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