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Maxson Restaurant
& Riverboat

 

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Welcome to the home of Maxson Riverboat and Riverside Restaurant.

The Pride of Oregon - On the Rock River - Oregon, IL

The Pride of Oregon is an authentic Paddle Wheel Riverboat. 102 feet of real river charm. She docks at the historic Maxson Riverside Restaurant and Paddlewheel Inn. Built as a replica of the famous Rosie O’Shea paddlewheel in 1989, her festive exterior and graciously appointed interior provide a relaxing atmosphere for memory-making cruises. She has the capacity of 149 sight-seeing passengers.

• Banquets, Wedding Ceremonies & Receptions

• Business Meetings, Conferences, and Parties

• Family & Class Reunions

• Lunch, Dinner and Sight-seeing Cruises (by reservation only)

 

Phone

800-468-4222

Location:

1469 Illinois 2
Oregon, IL 61061

Hours:

Monday - Tuesday
Closed

Wednesday
11am - 4pm

Thursday - Saturday
11am - 8pm

Sunday
10am - 2pm

Restaurant hours may vary, please call ahead!

Boat by reservation only!

Maxson Restaurant

dining room

Banquet Hall

Meeting Rooms

Riverboat & The Rock River

 
 

Riverboat Cruise & the Rock River

 

The pride of Oregon is an authentic Paddle Wheel Riverboat, 102 feet of real river charm. The boat docks at the historic Maxsons Riverside Restaurant. Built as a replica of the famous Rosie O’Shea paddlewheel in 1989, her festive exterior and graciously appointed interior provide a relaxing atmosphere for memory-making cruises. She has the capacity of 143 sight-seeing passengers.

Perfect for special occasions:

·      Lunch, Dinner & Sight Seeing River Cruises

·      Banquets, Weddings & Birthdays

·      Celebration of Life

·       Proms, School Tours and Field Trips

·      Business Meetings, Conferences and Retirement Parties

·      Family and Class Reunions

·      Guided Tours

·      Scouting Badge Certifications

Let us make your days more enjoyable with a soothing and enjoyable two-hour long boat ride.

Come see Oregon’s Offerings:

  • Stronghold Castle

  • Blackhawk Statue

  • Conover Square Mall

  • Merlin’s Flowers and Gifts

  • White Pines State Park

  • Lowden State Park

  • Castle Rock State Park

  • John Deer Historic Site in nearby Grand Detour, IL

  • Ronald Reagan Boyhood Home in nearby Dixon, IL

  • Nachusa Buffalo Grassland Reserve in nearby Franklin Grove, IL

Cruises

Book a seat on the Pride of Oregon for lunch or dinner as this charming and elegant paddlewheel boat glides down the Rock River, barely stirring a wake. This true paddlewheel boat offers sit-down dinning for a capacity of 110 people, and features a full bar, is climate controlled, and HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE.

The 15-mile round trip river cruise takes passengers past Lowden State Park and under the watchful eye of Chief Blackhawk, the largest concrete monolith in the country.

  • U.S. Coast Guard Certified

  • Experienced and Licensed Captain

  • Complete Safety Approved with Life Jackets

  • 143 Passengers Capacity

  • 100 Tons/ 102 feet long/ 32 feet wide

Our experienced staff will gladly work with you to create an unforgettable boating experience!
— Maxsons Restaurant & Riverboat

Menu

The Pride of Oregon’s menu varies daily.  Each guest is offered a choice between two delicious meals, coffee, soft drink, tea, or hot tea. Gluten free, Vegetarian, and Vegan menu options available by request. View a monthly schedule of our cruise menu.

Our experienced staff will gladly work with you to create an unforgettable boating experience!


Pricing

- Luncheon Cruise - Boarding at 11:00 AM; Departing at 11:30 AM, and returning at 1:30 PM

Adults $46 - Seniors $44 - Child $25

- Dinner Cruise - Review the times below for time of the year.

May - August: Boarding at 6:30 PM; Departing at 7:00 PM and returning at 9:00 PM

Sept - November: Boarding at 5:30 PM; Departing at 6:00 PM and returning at 8:00 PM

Adults $50 - Seniors $48 - Child $25

- Brunch Cruise (Sunday Only) - Two Cruises Available - Parties of 40 to 90 only

Boarding at 11:00 AM; Departing at 11:30 AM, and returning at 1:30 PM
Boarding at 2:30 PM Departing at 3PM and returns at 5PM

Adults $48 - Seniors $46 - Child $25

- Sight Seeing Cruise - Adults $20 - Child (5 to 12) $12

Contact Us

Please complete the form below with any questions, concerns or comments. If you have an immediate need please call us at 800-468-4222.

Our Office

1469 Illinois 2
Oregon, IL, 61061
United States