Are you planning on visiting the area and have questions?
Would you like to set up an appointment to receive your earned Junior Ranger badge?
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We're here to help.
The Illinois Waterway Visitor Center is located on the North side of the Illinois River and southeast of Utica, IL.
Open daily from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Closed Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day and New Year's Day.
Illinois Waterway Visitor Center
950 N 27th Rd. (Dee Bennett Rd)
Ottawa, IL 61350
Telephone: 815-667-4054
We offer the following services: