Illinois River
The Illinois River begins at the confluence of the Des Plaines and Kankakee rivers and flows to the Mississippi.
Course of the river, simplified. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
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River facts
| Length | 273 miles |
|---|---|
| Source | Confluence of the Des Plaines and Kankakee rivers |
| Mouth | Mississippi River |
Its drainage basin covers about 28,757 square miles.
Listed fish are the species named for the river on its Wikipedia page. Check the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for river-specific regulations before you fish.
Source: Illinois River (Wikipedia)