Albion Bowling Center

The Albion Bowling center features automatic scoring and league as well as open bowling throughout the week.

CITY: Albion

Devil's Kitchen Lake

With a maximum depth of 90 feet and a 24-mile shoreline, this fishing lake is stocked with rainbow and brown trout, bass, sunfish, crappie, bluegill and catfish. Boats have a 10-horsepower limit.

CITY: Carterville

Schwartz Farms

You can find berries, apples, peaches, pears and watermelons in season here.

CITY: Centralia

Centralia Carillon

Centralia's resident carilloneur performs on the town's 65-bell carillon, one of the few in the country. The surrounding park also features a museum and tours of the 165-foot-tall tower.

CITY: Centralia

Joyce's Country Quilts

Beautiful hand-stitched quilt,; plus a large supply of quilt and dress fabrics and notions in a quaint country store.

CITY: Dahlgren

Civil War Fort

Visit an exact replica of a Civil War Fort complete with a jail, one-room home, livery, and log cabins.

CITY: Germantown

Stardust Golf and Country Club

9 holes, par 36, winter golf, club and cart rental, snack bar.

CITY: Johnston City

Lincoln Motel - Jonesboro

20-room roadside motel.

CITY: Jonesboro

Stone Creek Golf Club

Chip along dense forests on one of the most scenic courses in Southern Illinois. Nicely appointed cabins located right on the 18-hole golf course provide a convenient stay-and-play option.

CITY: Makanda

Wineaux's Restaurant

Located at Cache River Basin Vineyard and Winery, Wineaux's offers American cuisine, including certified Angus Beef steaks and burgers, ribs and seafood. Specializing in food cooked with wine!

CITY: Belknap

Tequilas Mexican Restaurant Harrisburg

Authentic Mexican food; the best in Saline County.

CITY: Harrisburg

Orchard View Winery

Taste the tradition of over 100 years of quality grown fruit from the Mazanek family orchards. Even connoisseurs will appreciate a glass of John James, a delightful semi-sweet blend of Golden Delicious and Jonathan apples aged in American oak.

CITY: Alma

Northwest Passage and Root Beer Saloon

Turn of the century decor - over 200 sets of antlers with many other taxidermy artifacts. Varieties of root beer, old-fashioned soda fountain drinks, cappuccino and espresso bar, gourmet sandwiches, assorted candies, chocolates and gifts. Fun shopping! Belly up to the Root Beer Saloon for a cold one.

CITY: Alto Pass

Alto Wine Trail Loft

Located on Main Street in historic downtown Alto Pass, the Alto Wine Trail Loft provides 2 new units, both with 2 bedrooms offering unique accommodations for experiencing the wineries and wilderness of Southern Illinois. An alternative to cabins in Southern Illinois, the Wine Loft is a vacation loft rental in Southern Illinois. A unique getaway in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest, the Loft is a private vacation rental, close to Giant City, Southern Illinois University, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. The historic building that is home to the Wine Loft was constructed in 1912 as a general store. The Loft renovations used environmentally friendly material and preserved as much of the original brick work and exterior as possible.

CITY: Alto Pass

Flying M Ranch Golf Course

This public nine-hole, 32 par course also offers a driving range, rental carts and clubs. Miniature golf, camping and fishing are also available for a fee.

CITY: Centralia

Hawkins-Schwartz Orchards

This orchard features fresh-picked apples, peaches, a pumpkin patch, cider and special events for children during apple season.

CITY: Dix

Stephen A Forbes-State Recreation Area (Kinmundy)

140 camp sites open year round for outdoor lovers! Great location!

CITY: Kinmundy

Motel 6 - Metropolis

52 room motel, offering an indoor pool and a continental breakfast

CITY: Metropolis

Washington County Nature Preserve (Nashville)

Enjoying the out-of-doors is easy with tent and trailer spaces readily accessible. Electricity and disposal are available for trailers. A shower building is also located in the camping area.

CITY: Nashville

Lyon's Fisheries

This fresh water shrimp (prawn) farm offers agricultural tours and harvest festivals in the fall. Prawn, catfish and hushpuppies are available for purchase.

CITY: Sandoval

The Limited Inn

Continental breakfast, indoor pool, kids stay free, cable TV. Hotel accepts all major credit cards.

CITY: Vienna

Seat's Orchard

This orchard is known for its strawberries and apples.

CITY: West Salem

Anna Plaza Motel

16-room motel, restaurants within walking distance. Credit cards accepted. Pets allowed. Free local calls. Cable TV with remotes.

CITY: Anna

Country Cupboard

Popular with locals and travelers alike, the Country Cupboard specializes in home-cooking, with homemade soups and pies everyday. Located in the Potato Barn Building. Local crafts and gift items. Open for lunch Monday through Saturday and dinner on Friday from 4 to 8pm.

CITY: Anna

Royal Plaza Inn

40-year old, 2-story, interior and exterior doors, king size beds, full-size beds.

CITY: Carbondale

Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery

Bretz Wildlife Lodge & Winery offers a relaxing dining atmosphere. They serve lunch and dinner, with breakfast on Sundays. With a twist on the normal steak and eggs, the Lodge serves prime rib or smoked brisket and eggs along with pancakes, biscuits and gravy, and omelet’s. Lunch offerings include salads, smoked sandwiches, hamburgers as well as many appetizers. Dinner includes, but not limited to rib eye steaks, surf-n-turf, succulent pulled pork, seafood, and awesome baby back ribs. The Lodge offers inside and outside dining options. A variety of dinner specials are available throughout the week. A breakfast and brunch buffet is available on Sundays. Each visit to Bretz Wildlife Lodge and Winery is a new experience for you to enjoy.

CITY: Carlyle

Two Raggedy Sisters

From Our Hands to Yours, another unique DuQuoin Main Street shoppers delight. Find antiques, crafts and gifts of all sorts.

CITY: Du Quoin

Ohio River Recreational Area

RV campground with bathhouse, boat ramp and country store. Restaurant and lodge also on site.

CITY: Grand Chain

Grand Chain Lodge & Campground

The lodge offers four spacious suites, each furnished with two queen-sized beds, a Jacuzzi bath tub, and access to the Observation Deck with a spectacular view of the Ohio River. If you want even more privacy or have a larger group. you can stay in one of our two fully equipped cabins that also offer Jacuzzi tubs, private decks overlooking the river as well as full kitchens and a loft bedroom. Each cabin sleeps six and offers not only a beautiful panorama of the Ohio but close up observation of an area teaming with wildlife.

CITY: Grand Chain

America's Best Value Inn

Motel with 90 rooms. Easy on/easy off access to I-57, exit 54A offers: Indoor pool, exercise room and many more amenities.

CITY: Marion

Lake Tree Inn & Suites

Luxuries suites located just off exit 45 on I-57 is within walking distance from a gas station, convenient store, restaurant, and lounge. There are 20 rooms. Some facility amenities include a business center, free parking, pets allowed, suites, laundry services, hot tub/jacuzzi, complimentary breakfast, and an on-site bar/restaurant.

CITY: Marion

Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge

A wildlife refuge covering approximately 43,500 acres of forest, wetlands, and grasslands. Hunting, fishing & boating available.

CITY: Marion

Hamilton County State Fish And Wildlife Area

The 1,683-acre site has a 75-acre lake where families can picnic, fish, paddle boat, camp and enjoy the good food at the on-site restaurant.

CITY: McLeansboro

Super 8 Motel - Metropolis

Deluxe doubles, kings, suites and jacuzzi suites. Free continental breakfast. Outdoor pool.

CITY: Metropolis

Brubeck Theatre at Wabash Valley College

The Brubeck Theatre at Wabash Valley College in Mt. Carmel features many locally produced plays and musicals, as well as traveling professional performers.

CITY: Mount Carmel

Spring Valley Golf Club

Spring Valley offers a par 18 golf course.

CITY: Okawville

Shawnee Chief Motel

This mom and pop motel has been family owned since 1958 and offers the traveler relaxing accommodations close to the scenic Ohio River and the Shawnee National Forest. Nineteen units plus six efficiency are available.

CITY: Shawneetown

The Shawnee Grill

Casual dining offering salads, sandwiches, steaks, chicken, seafood & pasta for lunch & dinner. We seat 100 people.

CITY: Vienna

J&M Quarter Horses

Watch family rodeos, team sorting competitions, and pole and barrel racing.

CITY: Alto Pass

Jim and Dots Shoe Store

Sells shoes and Western clothing.

CITY: Anna

Hampton Inn

Oversize lobby with fireplace, beautiful, quiet location, expanded continental breakfast, pay per view movies. Free local calls, 800# access calls. 100% satisfaction guaranteed. Hilton Honors Bonus Program.

CITY: Carbondale

Cedar Lake

Located in the Shawnee National Forest, this 1,750 acre lake has 40 miles of shoreline, a maximum depth of 60 feet, and 10hp limit on boat motors.

CITY: Carbondale

Cave in Rock Motel

Reasonably priced sleeping units one mile North of Cave In Rock on Hwy 1. Located at the entrance to the Shawnee National Forest. Seven units near Garden of the Gods, Cave In Rock, free ferry across the Ohio to Kentucky and Amish Country, Rim Rock/Pounds Hollow Lake, Tower Rock and all that Southern Illinois has to offer. Extremely affordable rates.

CITY: Cave In Rock

Sassafras Hill

Farmhouse rental ideal for sportsman. 3 double beds and 3 single beds, 2 baths and full kitchen, with washer & dryer.

CITY: Dongola

Dixon Springs State Park

Dixon Springs State Park is one of several state parks in the Illinois Shawnee Hills. Park visitors may enjoy the varied wildlife, take a swim in the outdoor pool or simply soak up the relaxing atmosphere of the moss-covered boulders, craggy overhangs, and rushing brook.

CITY: Golconda

The Refuge

1500 sq. ft. 2 bedroom, 1 bath, full kitchen, large living room. 4 twin beds, 1 king and 1 full bed. 1/2 block off Main St in Golconda. Boat parking available. All are welcome.

CITY: Golconda

Comfort Inn

Modern motel, built in 2000, with king and queen beds, indoor pool, continental breakfast, tourism information and more. Only minutes from Garden of the Gods Rec. Area and Shawnee Nat'l Forest.

CITY: Harrisburg

kokopelli Golf Club

18 holes, par 72, winter golf, full pro shop, no club rentals, restaurant

CITY: Marion

Indian Hills Golf Course

This public 18-hole course offers challenges for both beginning and advanced golfers. A lighted driving range allows extended practice hours, and free group golf lessons are available every Saturday.

CITY: Mount Vernon

Shawnee Homeplace

Shawnee Homeplace is a two-bedroom brick home with modern comforts in the middle of 450 acres along the Ohio River three miles southwest of Rosiclare. Enjoy the trails, Ohio River frontage, abundant wildlife or the peace and quiet of the porch. Owner: Laura Lamar. Mailing address PO Box 329, Elizabethtown, IL 62931 Opening: April 2009 (1 rental ).

CITY: Rosiclare

Little Lusk Trail Lodge & Campground

Centrally located in the Shawnee National forest, campgrounds have all the hookups; lodge has 6 rooms; beach, fishing, horseback riding at its best; box stalls for horses; hunters welcome; great hiking & mountain biking.

CITY: Stonefort

Coal Miners Monument

Joseph Koch, who along with eight other local miners died in a mine explosion in 1947, is depicted here.

CITY: Beckemeyer

Heritage Motel

The legendary Heritage Motel offers clean and quiet rooms at reasonable rates. The rooms are equipped with a fridge, microwave, free WiFi internet, and 75 channels of cable TV (with HBO) in every room, as well as an on-site laundry room. Deluxe rooms with kitchenettes and apartment suites are also available. Conveniently located just one block from a 24 hour grocery store, gas station, numerous restaurants, and one mile from the SIUC campus.

CITY: Carbondale

Train-Inn Vacation/Executive Rental Home

If you need longer-term accommodation this is a perfect vacation/executive rental, hotel alternative, or home away from home when visiting Carbondale or Southern Illinois University. This cottage is location adjacent to the Train-Inn B&B and has a comfortable, rustic charm. Recently renovated it offers modern comfort, with three bedrooms, easily sleeping six guests. Fully furnished and with its fully equipped kitchen, including dishes and cookware, towels, linens, washer & dryer a great place to stay while visiting the area. In addition, there is parking for up to four cars.

CITY: Carbondale

Little Grassy Lake

Little Grassy Lake Campground and Marina is located on Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge and is a destination stop for returning campers, boaters, and sportsmen. They offer full service camping, primitive camping, boat rentals, concessions, and a bait shop. Reservations accepted to reserve boats and campsites. Pontoon boats, fishing boats, and kayaks can be rented. You don't want to pass up the opportunities to explore the thirty miles of shoreline and embrace the solitude you will find on the lake. The 1200 acre lake is stocked with catfish, crappie, and bass, and offers plentiful oppourtunities for fishing, paddling, boating, and wildlife observation. Amenities include waterfront camping sites, remodeled bathrooms with hot showers, dump station, swimming, pets allowed, monthly educational programs and a renovated concession/bait shop which is stocked with minnows, crickets, camping supplies, cold beverages, food items, ice cream, firewood and ice.

CITY: Carbondale

General Dean Suspension Bridge

Located just outside the city of Carlyle, this historic 130-year-old bridge is one of the oldest suspension bridges in the area. The original bridge served as a crossing over the Kaskaskia River.

CITY: Carlyle

Boulder Recreation Area

Swimming and fishing, boating, tent camping

CITY: Carlyle

Campbell Illinois Whitetails

Guests are welcomed into the comfortable rustic atmosphere of the hunting lodge. It has the accommodation for 9 with all the amenities of home.

CITY: Carmi

The Rose Hotel Bed & Breakfast

Built 1812, one of the oldest "hotels" still in existence; listed on the national register of historic places. The stately home with a sweeping verando and gazebo over looks the mighty Ohio River. Gourmet breakfast.

CITY: Elizabethtown

Drury Inn

Hotel with 131 rooms Some facility amenities include a business center, free parking, an indoor pool, on-site fitness center, a hot tub, on site-bar, banquet facilities/rooms, and complimentary continental breakfast.

CITY: Marion

Pip's II

On west Boyton street in Marion. This bar has DJs, drink specials, karaoke, and we do birthday parties. We have a pool table and a jukebox.

CITY: Marion

Flint Hill Vineyard

Flint Hill Vineyards began growing grapes in the Mid 1990's with the efforts of brothers-in-law, Louis Bertino and John Molinarolo. Louis had a vineyard of Concord and Niagara at his home site some years earlier. After courses in the development of a vineyard, two acres of vines were planted from cuttings acquired from an established Southern Illinois vineyard. The varieties planted were Chambourcin and Vignoles, French hybrids proven to fare well in our climate and produce fruit that vinted into excellent wine. In the late 1990's another two acres of vines were planted adding the Seyval Blanc variety, a proven and hardy producer.

CITY: Muddy

Salem Inn

Affordable, clean and comfortable lodging with lounge/bar and restaurant on site. Right off the interstate.

CITY: Salem

Quality Inn of Carbondale

Located near a variety of shopping and eating establishments, including the University Mall. Also offers meeting space and staff with foreign language ability.

CITY: Carbondale

The Apple Tree

Locally owned shop features collectibles, decorating and household items, greeting cards, gift items and extensive Christmas and holiday items.

CITY: Carbondale

Lenus Turley Park

This city park has a fountain, playground, picnic shelter, butterfly garden and benches to enjoy summer concerts and community events.

CITY: Carbondale

Carmi Country Club

This nine-hole course is open seasonally, with amenities that include a clubhouse and tee times for non-members.

CITY: Carmi

Cave In Rock Motel

Seven units, ac, children 15 and under free.

CITY: Cave-in-rock

Blue House, The

This charming old house is located in the historic town of Elizabethtown on the Ohio River Scenic Byway, dating back to the late nineteenth century. The country style furnishings throughout the house will make you feel right at home. There are two bedrooms and two baths, plus a large living room and dining room. A full kitchen provides you the opportunity to prepare what you prefer or you can dine at one of the local restaurants. The large yard provides privacy but allows plenty of room for play. You will enjoy the great view of the Ohio River with your morning coffee, or while enjoying a glass of wine in the evening from one of the regions wineries. Owner: Larry Brinker

CITY: Elizabethtown

Best Western- Marion Hotel

Best Western- Marion Hotel is conveniently located on I-57 at Exit 53, and is a short walk from Cracker Barrel and Twenties Hideout Restaurants. This hotel has 78 rooms. Some facility amenities include free parking, an indoor pool, laundry services, a business center, an on-site fitness center, and complimentary breakfast.

CITY: Marion

Eagle's Nest

Friendly atmosphere and a full menu of delicious items such as pizza, burgers, nachos, and much more. Great service and affordable prices.

CITY: Addieville

Sharp Rock Falls

This campground on Kinkaid Lake is open year round. There are 81 permanent sites available for annual rental. There are 20 sites with electricity, water, and sewer, plus 40 tent sites. There is also a snack bar.

CITY: Ava

The Bluffs Vineyard & Winery

Buttermilk Hill is home to this vineyard & winery, the location and view are quite unique and allow all who visit to truly feel like they are back to nature. The grounds are large enough to have a picnic or a private conversations over a glass of wine. And at the same time, the winery is accommodating to larger groups. The wine list has several whites and reds made with local grapes.

CITY: Ava

Tres Hombres

Serving fine Mexican cuisine.

CITY: Carbondale

Carbondale Cycle Shop

Since 1971, Carbondale's largest dealer of bicycles, apparel, parts and repairs on all makes.

CITY: Carbondale

Coles Creek Recreation Area

148 sites, electricity, shower, reservations

CITY: Carlyle

Egyptian Hills Campground & Marina

Eastern side of Lake of Egypt. Facility offers full service, boat rentals, restaurants, bait, tackle, guide service, launching and RV rentals.

CITY: Creal Springs

Renaissance House: A Working Art Gallery

The gallery offers classes in art, as well as original art and gifts for sale. Exhibits and events in the performing arts are scheduled throughout the year.

CITY: Eldorado

Lyn-Nita Vineyards, LLC

Lyn-Nita Vineyards was established in 2010 with the planting of three acres of vineyards. The Wine Cellar was opened in November 2010 and features wines from Illinois grown grapes. Local wines produced and sold.

CITY: Elkville

Golconda Dari-Barr

coffee shop restaurant

CITY: Golconda

Strictly Outdoors Outfitters

This 12,000 Sq. Ft. store, just minutes from the Shawnee National Forest, has it all for the outdoorsman; fishing, camping, hunting & hiking equipment, boots, canoes, shoes, and even information on places to go and things to do in So. Illinois.

CITY: Harrisburg

Harbison's Country Market

Deli sandwiches, burgers, fish on Fridays, groceries and gas. Located on the way to Garden of the Gods. Formerly Shaffer's Country Store.

CITY: Herod

Badollet House Bed & Breakfast

National Register historic home featuring period decor with contemporary conveniences. The Badollet House is not only a bed and breakfast, but also caters to small parties, weddings, business meetings and special occassions.

CITY: Salem

Salem Country Club

This 18-hole course has lots of character, and is open to the public from 9am-12pm Monday through Friday. Golf carts are available.

CITY: Salem

Seasons Lodge & Condominiums

Provides affordably priced and beautifully furnished accommodations. Optional spa and fireplace suites. Restaurant and golf course on site.

CITY: Whittington

Country View Cabins

Self-serve continental plus breakfast stocked in kitchenette, hot tub, AC/TV/VCR/telephone and fishing pond. Hiking fishing, hunting, rappelling, rock climbing, golfing, horseback riding, canoeing and beautiful areas of the Shawnee National Forest.

CITY: Buncombe

West Walnut Street Historic District

Registered as a National Historic District in May 1975. 54 historic residences are located here. Some homes date to early 1850's, most are early 20th-Century. Homes are private residences and are not open to the public.

CITY: Carbondale

The Newell House

This fine dining restaurant in downtown Carbondale is a place where people meet for food, drinks and conversation. The Newell House provides everything you need in a restaurant and gathering place--everything from steak to decadent desserts are featured on the menu.

CITY: Carbondale

Jefferson County Historical Village

Authentic log structures. Historic memorabilia from the area are carefully preserved and displayed at the village. Open from the first weekend in May through the last weekend in October

CITY: Mount Vernon

America's Best Value Inn

Welcome to the Americas Best Value Inn- Murphysboro, which is located in the heart of beautiful Jackson County. We are just west off of I-57, approx. 20 miles to Carbondale. We are a newly remodeled property with a clean and comfortable home feeling.

CITY: Murphysboro

Lake Murphysboro State Park

Popular lake for fishing. This 1,000-acre park is the perfect place to enjoy hiking, camping, picnicking, boating and fishing.

CITY: Murphysboro