The Illinois is Oklahoma's favorite canoeing river. There does not seem to be too much information on the web about canoeing the Illinois.
To get an informative brochure with map and list of canoe rental establishments contact the Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission at:
Oklahoma Scenic Rivers Commission
P. O. Box 292
Tahlequah, OK 74465
Before leaving, check the current Illinois River flow data (up to the minute reports from the USGS). The following historical graph of Illinois flow data will give an idea of a good flow rate for floating.
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