Class I Middle Fork Vermillion River, IL

The river meanders deeply through Illinois' Grand Prairie glacial deposits, exposing scenic, steep, valley slopes with high bluffs of geological note. The valley's unique flora and fauna are highlighted in several adjacent natural areas and nature preserves, both forested and prairie, along with the river's recreational and historical characteristics.

The majority of the designated river segment is publicly owned with a wide variety of access opportunities.

As a recreational resource, the Middle Fork mainly serves to provide canoeing and fishing. The river receives only light fishing in its upper reaches, but fishing activity increases further downstream. The river is know for its excellent smallmouth bass fishing. Canoeing demand in the region is also high. The river corridor also includes access to three publicly owned areas—Kickapoo State Park, Middle Fork State Fish and Wildlife Area, and Kennekuk Cove County Park.

 

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Middle Fork Vermillion River - rivers.gov