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The Rock River and the Mississippi River combine for over 125 miles of superb boating and fishing water within the Blackhawk Waterways region.
 

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Located in the heart of scenic northwest Illinois, the Blackhawk Waterways region encompasses the four counties of Carroll, Lee, Ogle and Whiteside . . . 2700 square miles of unique experiences, attractions, destinations and adventures that await your personal discovery.

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boaters paradise
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Paddling the Blackhawk Waterways
Paddle the Blackhawk Waterways and discover a tranquil beauty found nowhere but here.
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great outdoors
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Hike and explore our natural wonders
For those who enjoy the great outdoors, the Blackhawk Waterways region is the place to be!
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Chief Blackhawk
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Meet our region's namesake.
His given Sauk name was "Ma ca tai me she kia kiak", but he was better known as "Black Hawk".
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Image Blackhawk Waterways: A Haven for Artists
In some places, art doesn’t just happen, it’s a happening ... and in the Blackhawk Waterways region you just might be surprised with the ...
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One cannot drive through Fulton, Illinois without noticing its famous landmark tourist attraction: "de Immigrant" Windmill.  With the h ...
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FULTON, Ill. — A sunset was on the way. We knew the sun was breaking its way through after a day of clouds, wind and rain, so we couldn ...
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Image Discover the Open Roads by Motorcycle
Anyone who has ridden a motorcycle will tell you that the ritual of wrapping your legs around a motor churning out raw horsepower with the wind in you ...
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Image Prairieland splendor at Nachusa Grasslands
Located about 10 miles south of Oregon, near the Lee County village of Franklin Grove, you can wander nearly 3,000 acres of rolling landscape consist ...
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If golf is your game, be sure to bring your sticks when you visit our region! Nearly 20 courses are here, waiting for your challenge.  ...
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Upcoming Events
19th Annual Festival of Trees
Nov 18, 2008 - Nov 23, 2008
(Whiteside County)
Shannon Hometown Christmas
Nov 21, 2008 - Nov 22, 2008
(Carroll County)
Hickory Hideaway’s Holiday Happenings
Nov 21, 2008 - Nov 22, 2008
(Carroll County)
Rock Falls Hometown Holidays
Nov 21, 2008 - Nov 23, 2008
(Whiteside County)
Country Floral Christmas Open House
Nov 21, 2008 - Nov 22, 2008
(Ogle County)
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201 N. Franklin Ave.
Polo, IL 61064
800.678.2108
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