Hickory Bill's Island Boat Ramp
Hickory Bill's Island Boat Ramp
Hickory Bill's Island, located at 100 S. Appleton Road in Belvidere, is a canoe and kayak launch managed by the Belvidere Park District featuring a paved path from the parking lot to the water and picnic tables.
The site provides gradual access to the Kishwaukee River and serves as a key starting point for paddling trips downstream, with approximately 1 mile to the next access point at Distillery Road.
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