Kankakee South KOA Holiday Blog
Your home base for exploring Chicago and Route 66. Now booking for 2026!
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Whether you’re exploring the local area or hanging out at the campground, KOA Holidays are an ideal place to relax and play. There’s plenty to do, with amenities and services to make your stay memorable. Plus, you’ll enjoy the outdoor experience with upgraded RV Sites with KOA Patio® and Deluxe Cabins with full baths for camping in comfort. Bring your family, bring your friends, or bring the whole group – there’s plenty of ways to stay and explore.
Plan ahead to avoid major headaches later. GPS is great, but often sends drivers on routes not equipped for tow vehicles. To avoid gravel roads and rural areas not suited for trailers, see below.
From Champaign, Chicago, and Illinois points North or South:
- Stay on I-57 until Exit 308.
- Turn South onto US 45/52.
- Follow US 45/52 South for 3 miles to 6000S Rd.
- You will see our sign on the Left. Turn Left onto 6000S Rd for 1 mile.
From Michigan, Elkhart, and points Northeast:
- Stay on I-80 until Exit 12.
- Take the exit onto I-65 South.
- Stay on I-65 until Exit 230.
- Turn West onto IN-10. This will become IL-114 then merge with IL-17. Stay on IL-17 to I-57.
- Take I-57 South until Exit 308.
- Follow US 45/52 South for 3 miles to 6000S Rd.
- You will see our sign on the Left. Turn Left onto 6000S Rd for 1 mile.
From I-55, West I-80 and Iowa points West:
- Stay on I-80 until Exit 112.
- Turn South onto IL-47.
- From IL-47, turn East onto IL-113.
- Take I-57 South until Exit 308.
- Follow US 45/52 South for 3 miles to 6000S Rd.
- You will see our sign on the Left. Turn Left onto 6000S Rd for 1 mile.
From the Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and points Southeast:
- Stay on I-65 North until Exit 201 (NOT EXIT 220). (Depending on where you are coming from, you may be approaching from US-41. If so, skip to the next step.)
- Turn West onto US-24. This will merge with US-45/52. Stay on US-45/52.
- Turn Right onto 6000S Rd for 1 mile. You will see our large entrance sign on the Left.
As tour managers, charter agencies, and caravan directors begin locking in their 2027 travel calendars, finding reliable, high-yield basecamps with seamless logistics is top priority. Whether you are leading a commercial motorcoach tour through the Midwest, organizing a regional caravan, or staging a multi-state RV rally, where your group rests and gathers defines their overall travel experience.
At Kankakee South KOA Holiday, we specialize in providing turnkey hospitality for organized travel groups. Situated beneath a canopy of mature oak trees in Chebanse, Illinois, our campground blends serene natural beauty with modern, group-centric infrastructure designed to make execution effortless for tour coordinators.
Here is why leading tour operators and travel planners are partnering with Kankakee South KOA Holiday for their 2027 group itineraries.
Positioned conveniently off major Midwestern travel corridors, our park serves as an ideal operational hub for a variety of touring routes:
Chicago Day Trips Made Easy: Offer your guests the sights, cultural landmarks, and world-class dining of downtown Chicago without the stress of navigating a motorcoach or rig through dense urban night parking.
Route 66 Explorations: Located just minutes from historic Route 66 corridors, we offer classic "Mother Road" appeal with modern amenities.
The Elkhart & Nappanee RV Service Corridor: For RV caravan operators making the trek to or from Northern Indiana's RV manufacturing and service hubs, our park is the perfect single-day stopover to rest, prep rigs, and conduct morning navigation briefings.
Managing group arrival logistics can be challenging, but our park layout is engineered for smooth operations:
Clustered Site Blocks: We prioritize keeping your group's rigs or guest units grouped closely together, fostering a sense of community and making group communications simple.
Big-Rig & Motorcoach Friendly: Wide turnarounds, level pads, and spacious 50-amp full hook-up sites ensure hassle-free parking for rigs of all sizes.
Indoor Climate-Controlled Meeting Space: Weather in the Midwest can be unpredictable. Our indoor facility seats up to 50 guests comfortably in climate-controlled comfort, complete with dedicated ADA-accessible restrooms inside the building.
Communication is the cornerstone of a successful tour. Our staff can procure necessary presentation technology at no extra charge:
Projector & Large Screen: Ideal for daily route briefings, navigation maps, sponsor presentations, or evening slideshows.
PA System & Microphones: Ensures your tour director or guest speaker can address the entire group clearly without voice strain.
Flexible Seating Layouts: Choose between full Banquet setups for group meals or Crescent (half-round) seating so every guest has a clear sightline to the presentation screen.
Feeding a group on a tight itinerary should never be a headache. We offer versatile culinary options to fit your budget and group dynamic:
On-Site Express Dining: Our on-site Trash Panda Kitchen can coordinate scheduled deliveries of hot pizzas, wings, breakfast burritos, and baked treats directly to your meeting room tables.
Curated Local Catering Partners: To avoid "chain restaurant fatigue," we partner with premier local independent caterers offering everything from home-style buffets (The Country Table) and historic themed dining (The Bennett-Curtis House) to scratch-made barbecue (Hoppy Pig) and international fare.
Food Truck Access & Potluck Support: Ample counter space and electrical outlets allow for self-hosted potlucks or coordinated local food truck visits.
We know that tour leaders have enough on their plates without having to worry about room setups, trash removal, or site assignments.
When you partner with us for your 2027 season, you work directly with Erin Thomas, our Group Reservation Specialist. Our team handles:
Custom preliminary proposals and contract management.
Pre-arrival site clustering and custom welcome bags.
Complete room setup, sanitization, and post-event teardown—so your tour leaders can focus on hospitality, not heavy lifting.
Prime group dates during the spring, summer, and fall travel seasons fill up quickly. Let us help you design a seamless, memorable stop for your guests that elevates your tour's reputation and keeps your travelers returning year after year.
Ready to explore site blocks and group rates for 2027?
Contact Erin Thomas, Group Reservation Specialist:
Email: [email protected]
Call/Text: 815-939-4603
Request: Ask for our free Wagon Master & Tour Group Event Space Guide and fillable inquiry form!
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