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Visit the Lake of Egypt in Southern Illinois
Head to Marion in Southern Illinois and keep on going south for six miles, and you’re here. Welcome to Lake of Egypt, a secluded expanse of...
Makanda: Gateway to Giant City and Outdoor Adventure
Makanda has been called “the most hippie town in Illinois,” and we think you’ll agree. Located in Southern Illinois at the entrance to Giant City State Park,...
Discover the Charms of Lake County
by Visit Lake CountyLake County isn’t just a name. It really is a “county of lakes,” home to 70, including Lake Michigan and the Chain O’Lakes....
Cache River Wetlands – Illinois’ Hidden Bayou
Over the river and through the woods to the cypress swamp we go!Featuring ancient cypress-tupelo swamps, bottomland hardwood forests, sandstone bluffs and limestone glades, the Cache...
The staycation craze shows no sign of slowing, and with good reason. A local get-away is faster, easier, and greener, with the added bonus of inspiring...
Indoor water park located in the Schaumburg Park District Community Recreation center. It features three water slides, rapid water channel, water playground, diving pool, lap pool,...
6 Amazing Winter Playgrounds in Illinois
Crisp air. Fresh snow. Ice rinks and ski slopes and snow-sculpting contests. Winter in Illinois is a time for limitless adventures.See the full 12 Days of Illinois...
Discover the Fantastic History of Black Hawk State Historic Site
From Native American settlements, to a nineteenth-century amusement park, to a Native American museum built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the Black Hawk State Historic Site...
When you think “Illinois,” you might not immediately think “scuba diving.” After all, the nearest coastline is at least 500 miles away.And yet, you’ll find scuba...
What to Do on a Day in Chicago
Chicago is one of the world’s great cities. That means finding things there for one day is both easy and a challenge. Easy, because there’s so...
10 Things To Do in the Fox River Valley
On the western outskirts of the Chicago metropolitan area sits an idyllic valley region nestled snugly along northern Illinois’ Fox River. Extending from the village of...
Aussie-themed Raging Waves is Illinois' largest outdoor water park. Sitting on more than 58 acres, this family-friendly water park features 32 water slides,multiple kiddie areas, wave...
The towering bluff that is Starved Rock State Park’s namesake is well worth the visit, but all too often travelers miss out on the other natural wonders of...
10 Ways to Celebrate Illinois Life in Springfield
Springfield is central to Illinois in many senses: location, history, and influence. It’s been the state capital for nearly 180 years. And it’s home to more...
Rend Lake’s 19,000 acres of fresh water with its 162 miles of shore and 20,000 acres of surrounding forests, meadows and wetlands has been managed for...
Artesian Well at Paradise Cove
Nestled along Indian Creek is a natural artesian well where thousands of gallons of pure water flow each day - as it has since 1927. A...
We won’t lie to you: Illinois gets chilly in the winter months. But with 200 winters under their belts, Illinoisans have built a state which makes...
Find a Romantic Illinois Getaway
Illinois is home to millions of love stories. All over the state, you can escape the everyday with your special someone and enjoy the magic and...
Swimming Stones / Isaac(squared)
A kinetic water sculpture fountain sculpted by internationally acclaimed artist Christian Tobin Isaac(squared) brings Aurora the most mysterious essence of both science and art. Here the...
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