This portion of the “Hike the Hennepin” is 5.7 miles in length and has been named “The Mink.” Hikers will meet at Bridge 23 at 1:30 p.m. then shuttled to Lock 22 to begin the trek.
Directions to Bridge 23: Take IL Route 6 or I-80 to Annawan and then go north on Route 78 to the canal. The parking area is located on the south side of the canal and the west side of Route 78.
The monthly hikes were developed by the Friends of the Hennepin Canal as an opportunity for everyone to get to know the Canal personally by hiking it from the Illinois River to the Mississippi (including the Feeder Canal) in small legs.
You need not be a member of the Friends of the Hennepin Canal to participate and there is no fee for the hike. Come and join in the fun and bring a friend! Be sure to dress weather appropriately.
For more information, contact the Friends of the Hennepin Canal at hikes@friends-hennepin-canal.org.
