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Kankakee River Boat Ramp

This public boat ramp at English Lake provides access to the Kankakee River and Yellow River confluence, managed by Kankakee Fish & Wildlife Area. The ramp features parking facilities and is located approximately 1 mile east of U. S.

421 near English Lake in Starke County. Boaters must carry wearable personal flotation devices, and motor restrictions apply (maximum 24-volt electric motors; outboard motors permitted on rivers only).


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