River Road Park
PNC Bank River Road Softball Complex
PNC Bank's River Road Softball Complex is located on River Road, just south east of Kankakee Community College. The complex is bordered by Splash Valley Aquatic Center and Ice Valley Centre Ice Arena and offers an array of recreation opportunities. Softball leagues bloom in the spring and carry on through the fall in two sessions. These fields are available for private rentals, corporate outings, family reunions, and birthday parties.
The Park has been the recipient of the "NSA Outstanding Complex Award" from 1999 thru 2010. This national award is given to the parks that provide outstanding facilities for NSA tournaments! River Road Park has hosted over 60 state championships, 12 Super NIT's, 7 Super Regional's and 10 World Series.
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Campgrounds for KVPD!
Grand Opening for the KVPD Campgrounds will be May 2012. This picturesque site will offer an area for RV’s and tent camping. Most RV areas do have optional electric. Campers can leave their site for a stroll along the beautiful Kankakee River, go for a bike ride along the new bike path or launch their boat fora day on the water. All of these opportunities (and more) are within walking distance from the campgrounds. In 2012, KVPD will also open a dog park only minutes away from the River Road Softball fields and KVPD Campgrounds.
Camping – Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) Quarantine is now in effect for Kankakee County. No firewood can be brought into the park from other counties or states. You must use alternate sources or purchase firewood in Kankakee County. KVPD offers a beautiful new campground for RV’s and tent camping. At these affordable rates, patrons can stay for a maximum of 14 nights per 30-day period and reservations must be made at least five days before the campsite is needed. The Park closes at 10pm and all campgrounds observe quiet hours from 10pm - 7am. No vehicular traffic is allowed during this time. You must be 18 years old to rent a campsite and you must be able to establish your camp at the time you obtain a permit. All campsites share the fire pit, picnic tables and grilling area. All patrons are responsible for keeping the grounds clean and free from damage. Pleasecontact the park district office at (815) 939-1311 if there is excessive garbage or damage to the campgrounds. Camping is only allowed in the campgrounds.
Fees:
RV camping - $15/day
Tent camping - $8/day
Parking at boat launch - $5/day
Park Rules
- All reservations will be taken at the Kankakee Valley Park District office. Please call (815) 939-1311 to make your reservation today!
- A reserved campsite begins at 2pm on the first day and ends at 12noon on the last day of the reservation.
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the park at all times.
- Because the Kankakee River is unpredictable with its fast current, drop offs and rocky bottom, patrons should always wear a lifejacket.
- All motorized vehicles are prohibited on KVPD property and bike trails. Please park along the road
and either walk, run or bike on the trails. - Quiet Hours in the campgrounds are observed from 10pm - 7am, no vehicular traffic during this time.
- At least one responsible adult (18 and over) must accompany each group of 10 minors.
- Pets must be kept on leashes at all times and should always have their rabies tag on their collar. Owners
must pick up after their pets.
Dog Park 
The KVPD is building a dog park to give our canine companions a safe area to exercise and play off-leash! Additionally it will provide dog lovers in the community an opportunity to socialize while their dogs interact. The project currently includes a divided fenced in area for small and large dogs, parking close to the site, shade trees, and trash cans. The KVPD is accepting donations in any dollar amount to add to the project. Interested persons and companies may donate toward specific
components for the park such as benches, pick up stations, and agility equipment. All donations will be acknowledged on a thank you sign displayed at the park. For more information please call 815-939-1311.
