What Will You Explore? Shawnee Forest Country — Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau #Shawneeforestcountry #Southernmostillinois the Village of COBDEN

What will you explore? Shawnee Forest Country — Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau #shawneeforestcountry #southernmostillinois The Village of COBDEN

1 The Cabin at 2 Cobden Village Hall 4 Duck Band Brand Mountain Glen 112 E. Maple St • (618) 893-2425 Custom jewelry for hunters, by hunters. 866 Mountain Glen Rd Visitor Information. www.cobdenil.com 111 Oak St • (618) 833-0655 (618) 833-5807 www.duckbandbrand.com www.winetrailcabins.com 3 The Iron Whisk Bistro & Bar 5 Fuzzy’s Tavern Cobden Community & Breakfast, Brunch & Lunch Gettin' folks fuzzed since 1933! Business Association 200 S. Front Street • (618) 893-1999 106 N. Front St • (618) 893-2814 PO Box 11 www.visitcobden.com Hours: Thurs-Fri 6:30am-2pm; Hours: Mon - Thurs 12pm-12am; www.facebook.com/CobdenCBA Sat & Sun 8am-4pm Fri & Sat 12pm-1am; Sun 12pm-12am

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www.cobdenil.com 6.3 miles onKratzinger Hollow Rd Vines Rd. 6 9 Kratzinger Hollow Rd. 4.3 miles on Kaolin Rd Located in the Heart of the 2019 Shawnee Hills Wine Trail! CALENDAR OF EVENTS 6 Great Boars of Fire Lisa Tomazzoli of Catering Facility Remax Southern and The Blue Boar C (618) 559-0109 . O (618) 833-1961 Restaurant [email protected] 820 Kratzinger Hollow Rd 11 800-440-4489 Toll Free Phases Beauty www.GreatBoarsofFire.com Salon www.TheBlueBoarRestaurant.com All Styles for Men, Women and Children 109 S. Appleknocker Dr 7 Downtown Abbey (618) 893-4917 Come Gather at our Table Tues & Thurs 8am-6pm; Wed Noon-6pm Family - Food - Friends Fri 8am-4pm; Sat by appointment 215 N Appleknocker Dr • (618) 216-1032 Closed Mon & Tues; Wed, Thurs & Sun 12 Southpass Beads March 11am - 8:30pm; Fri- Sat 11am - 10pm & Fibers Union County Museum & Store Facebook: Downtownabbey215 Re-opens from winter closure. Beads, Fibers, Yarn, Supplies, Classes! 117 S. Appleknocker 203 E. Ash St • (618) 893-6170 8 Health Promoting Wed-Fri 12-6, Sat 10-5 April 13, 2019 Massage by Cherry- www.southpassbeads.etsy.com River-to-River Relay Reflexology by rrr.olm.net 13 Chuck Second Look Home May West, Back Door-IMC TLC Bldg. Inspections Cobden Community Please Call (618) 559-6302 Helping you make informed decisions when Yard Sale Day Events, Demos, Employee Appreciation, purchasing Real Estate! Yard sales held throughout the village. Parties, Travel to B&B’s/Cabins 414 W. Poplar St • (618) 893-5015 Date T.B.A. www.healthpromoting.massagetherapy.com www.slook.net Union County Tractor Day www.facebook.com/MassagebyCherry 14 Rolling Oak Alpaca Date T.B.A. 9 Lincoln Heritage Ranch Hello Neighbor Festival Winery Shop Open, Tours Available August 2 & 3, 2019 Home of Award Winning 1335 Hall Church Rd. Makanda IL Cobden Peach Festival Black Jack Wine! (618) 201-2822 Cobden Village Park 772 Kaolin Rd • (618) 833-3783 www.rollingoakalpacaranch.com Hours: Fri-Sun 12-7pm October www.lincolnheritagewinery.com 15 Cobden Colorfest Union Co. Museum Cobden Village Park www.facebook.com/lincolnheritagewine & General Store December 10 Features Anna Pottery, Native American Packrats Paradise Artifacts,Local History and Genealogy. Christmas in the Village Antique Mall Resale shop features collectibles, Open houses, bazaars and holiday activities. Antiques, collectibles, local art, decorative items, etc. flea market and so much more! 117 S. Appleknocker Dr Date T.B.A. 220 S. Front St • (618) 893-4700 (618) 893-2865; (618) 893-2567 Purépecha & Hispanic Tues-Sun 10am-5pm; Closed Monday Sat & Sun 1-5pm & by appointment Cultural Event Cobden Village Park Celebration of P’urhepecha and 16 Owl Creek Vineyard hispanic culture with ethnic dancing, & Apple Knocker food and other activities. Look us up on the web! Hard Cider Wines, ciders, cafe & live music Additional Information visitcobden.com 1550 Cobden School Rd • (618) 893-2557 and updates at owlcreekvineyard.com www.visitcobden.com Garden of the Gods hiking area

Garden of the Gods and Rim Rock/ Pounds Hollow Recreational area are While not as well known as Garden of the Gods, Rim Rock/Pounds Hollow Recreational area is just as awe two must see locations on the eastern inspiring in its own way and consists of a wonderfully side of the Shawnee National Forest. scenic trail of exceptional beauty and historic values. To early settlers this unique formation was known as “the Pounds” an old English term meaning “enclosure”. Both are located just off Karbers Ridge blacktop 30 The trail leads past remnants of a stone wall built by minutes from Harrisburg. Garden of the Gods consists prehistoric Native Americans, an observation platform of spectacular overlooks and views of unusual rock and steps descending through huge rock formations, formations. Camel Rock is featured on the Illinois quarter narrow rock passageways via stone steps to the floor of the America the Beautiful Quarter series. Garden of the below. Ox Lot Cave, at the bottom, is a massive rock Gods has been listed in “USA Today” as one of “Ten Great overhang where 19th century loggers kept their oxen Places to Get Nature on Film”. There are two main trail and horses. At the back of the overhang is a natural systems. The “Observation Trail” is a .25 mile stone path spring which never goes dry. Continue hiking to the featuring some of the most well known formations. The beautiful 28 acre forest lake known as Pounds Hollow view of the 3300 acres of beautiful old growth forest from Lake, or through massive sandstone canyons back to this trail is breathtaking. Sunsets are especially beautiful. the top of the escarpment. This area is known for its This interpretive trail features interesting history about spectacular show of spring woodland flowers along both the geology of this area. The Wilderness area is over 320 its upper and lower trails. The upper trail is paved and million years old. The sediment rock in this area is over 4 less strenuous for hikers. The lower trail has a dirt surface miles deep and the fractured bedrock has created some and leads along the base of the bluffs before looping interesting rock formations that represent various objects. back to the parking lot. 2019 Table of Contents Dear Reader, This guide is full of reasons to visit Southernmost SPOTLIGHTS Illinois. Discover the scenic Shawnee National Forest, our state parks, historical attractions, unique shops, Ohio River Scenic Byway Illinois ...... 7 fabulous restaurants, and casino action. Winter Getaways and Adventures ...... 8 Southernmost Illinois Event Venues . . . . . 9 There's lodging for every taste: cozy bed and Going Mobile on the Shawnee ...... 9 breakfasts, convenient and comfortable motels Shawnee National Forest Chart ...... 10 and hotels, plentiful camp sites and deluxe cabins. Shawnee Hills Wine Trail ...... 18-19 You're invited to visit us anytime throughout the Bald Knob Cross of Peace ...... 23 year. It's easy to get here from Interstates 57 or 24. The Cache River Wetlands ...... 36-37 We're less than three hours from St. Louis, Memphis, The Tunnel Hill State Trail ...... 41 Nashville, or Evansville. Garden of the Gods Outpost ...... 46 Shawnee National Forest Eastern Loop Tour . 49 We are eager to assist you in any way to make your Outdoor Opportunities for the Disabled . . 58 stay in Southernmost Illinois memorable! Calendar of Events ...... 59-60 Sincerely, REGIONAL MAP ...... 6-7 Carol Hoffman Shuttles & Tours ...... 6 Carol Hoffman, Executive Director REGIONS Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau WESTERN ...... 11 P.O. Box 378, Anna, IL 62906 Alexander County ...... 12 Jackson County ...... 13 Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau Staff: Carol Hoffman, Executive Director Union County ...... 15 Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau Board of Directors: Everything to Do and See ...... 17-25 Carolyn Baltimore, Karen Binder, Paul Broadway, Evelyn Caldwell, Hunting Clubs ...... 12 Toni Cannon, Elizabeth Canfarelli, Gillum Ferguson, Alisa Sowers, Ken Goodbread, Eric Gregg, Marty Kaylor, Steve Melville, Dan MacPherson, Phil Morris, Mark Motsinger, Tom Mueller, CENTRAL ...... 34 Brandy Nance, Lori Nichols, Tim Pohlman, Dale Russell, Brenda Webb, Clyde Wills, Mark York, Nadine York Johnson County ...... 39 Massac County ...... 43 The Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau is a non-profit corporation funded by hotel/motel tax and private contributions. The Bureau's mission Pulaski County ...... 45 is to promote southernmost Illinois to overnight visitors. The bureau Everything to Do and See ...... 34-44 encompasses the following ten counties: Alexander, Gallatin, Hardin, Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Pope, Pulaski, Saline and Union. Hunting Clubs ...... 45

EASTERN ...... 47 Gallatin County ...... 51 Hardin County ...... 53 Pope County ...... 55 Saline County ...... 57 Everything to Do and See ...... 48-58 2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor’s Guide Designed & Published by: Thomas Publishing, 2015 W. Main Street, Carbondale, IL 62901 (618) 549-2799; [email protected] ACCOMMODATIONS . 61-64

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Illinois Department of Natural Resources To purchase fishing and hunting licenses and stamps over the internet, please visit the Department's home page at: CENTRAL http://dnr.state.il.us

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River to River Trail Spanning from the Ohio River to the Mississippi River, this 160-mile trail passes through some of the most scenic areas of southern Illinois, including upland forests, wetlands, grasslands and bluffs. Most of the trail is on public lands (national forest or state parks), however some segments are along roads and across private land of Tears ail ut (where allowed). The trail Tr o Ro ute is marked by a blue letter “i”. A new T rail of Tears uto Route River to River Trail guide is available online at https://www.rivertorivertrail.net/

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Tra il o As part of The Indian Removal f Tears uto Act of 1830, eleven Cherokee detachments left their home- lands during the fall of 1838 and set out toward Oklahoma territory along what is now referred to as the Northern Route of the Trail of Tears. The Auto Tour Route along historic Illinois Route 146 follows the approxi- mate route of the original Trail of Tears for about sixty miles across It’s easy to get here from Interstates 57 or 24. southern Illinois. Look We’re less than three hours from St. Louis, for official signage Memphis, Nashville, or Evansville; less than that marks segments four hours from Springfield and Indianapolis; of the trail in Pope, The Ohio River Johnson and Union and less than six hours from Chicago. National Scenic Byway, counties. a 967-mile tri-state byway, Need detailed directions? is the only one in the nation to link together three national forests – 1-800-248-4373 Wayne in Ohio, Hoosier in Indiana, and Shawnee in Illinois. Illinois is home to 188 miles of www.southernmostillinois.com this magnificent byway and the route is well marked with the ‘Ohio River Scenic Byway’ signage. 2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 7 Winter Getaways and Adventures

Winter is a great time to enjoy the slower, quieter side of Shawnee Forest Country. The cooler temperatures mean no bugs and the trees are bare, allowing you to see much further into the forests. Bluffs hidden behind the summer foliage, emerge dramatically into sight. Hiking is available year-round, and if you have visited in another season winter can offer a very different experience. The weather is generally mild, and you can pretty much have the trails all to yourself. Enjoy a peacefulness that only winter can provide. After a day of hiking, bicycling, horseback riding or zip-lining relax in front of a fire, or roast hot dogs and marshmallows. Some cabins and cottages also offer hot tubs, as well as booking incentives for December through Februrary. During January and February the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail has provided you with great incentives to visit with their passport program. Enjoy savoring their wines and saving big with great discounts on wine, merchandise, food and more. Passports are available for sale at www.shawneewinetrail.com There are eleven wineries on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail and they are all open year round. Fewer people mean a casual pace and more intimate tasting experience. (see pg. 18)

Top to Bottom: Oak Grove Cabins, Rocky Comfort Cabins, Lake Kinkaid

8 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 Celebrate with us! Southernmost Illinois Event Venues Alto Vineyards: www.altovineyards.net (pg.16) Bald Knob Cross: www.baldknobcross.com (pg. 23) Bella T Winery: www.bellatwinery.com We are home to 1/4 million acres of Shawnee Blue Sky Vineyards: www.blueskyvineyards.com (pg. 14) National Forest, five state parks, 750,000 acres of fishing The Boars Lodge: www.greatboarsoffire.com lakes, two state and two national wildlife refuges, two Cache River Basin Winery: www.crbwinery.org (pg. 34) national scenic byways offering visitors camping, hiking, Giant City Lodge: www.giantcitylodge.com biking, horseback riding, casino action in Metropolis, and Hedman Vineyards: www.peachbarn.com (pg. 22) much more. Historic Bell Hill: www.historicbellhill.com Spend time with us. Whether you are interested in Honker Hill Winery: www.honkerhillwinery.com getting back to nature, relaxing at a B&B after a day of Kellers Crossing: www.kellerscrossing.com touring historical sites, visiting award-winning wineries, Lincoln Heritage Winery: www.lincolnheritagewiney.com (pg. 23) or shopping for antiques, we promise a unique and The Old Feed Store: www.theoldfeedstore.com fascinating vacation experience. The Resort at Egyptian Hills: http://egyptianhillsresort.com/ www.southernmostillinois.com St. Anne’s Church: www.pastonline.org (pg. 25) St. Stephen on the Hill: http://ststephensonthehill.net Call 800-248-4373 StarView Vineyards: www.starviewvineyards.com (pg. 14) or visit our website for Touch of Nature: www.ton.siu.edu (pg. 31) Von Jakob Vineyard & Brewery: www.vonjakobvineyard.com more information. Walkers Bluff: www.walkersbluff.com

Mobile Touring on the Shawnee Look for QR code at Forest sites or visit http://myoncell.mobi/shawneenf For Shawnee National Forest Recreation site information see page 10.

Prior to, and during your adventure into the Shawnee National Forest, it’s always a great idea to: 1.) Let someone know where you are and 4.) Carry a GPS unit, compass and map. 7.) Check your cell phone service often. what route(s) you plan to take. 5.) Carry basic first aid essentials. (Please Note: A good majority of the Shawnee National 2.) Check the local weather forecast. 6.) Carry rain gear and extra clothing. Forest has little or no cell phone service.) 3.) Review emergency phone numbers for 8.) Depending on your recreational activity, the area(s) you plan to travel. ALWAYS BE PREPARED!

In the event of an emergency, call 911. Supervisor’s Office: 50 Highway 145 South, Harrisburg, 800-699-6637 OR 618-253-7114; Hidden Springs Ranger District : 602 N. First St, Vienna, 618-658-2111; Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District : 521 N. Main St, Jonesboro, 618-833-8576.

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Shawnee National Forest

Welcome! Shawnee National Forest’s natural beauty is ideal for all types of outdoor Welcome! Shawnee National Forest’s natural beauty is ideal for all types of outdoor Welcome!recreation. Shawnee Nestled Nationalbetween theForest’s Mississippi natural and beauty Ohio is Rivers, ideal for the all forest’s types oflandscape outdoor recreation. Nestled between the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers, the forest’s landscape recreation.features rollingNestled hills, between forests, the openMississippi lands, andlakes, Ohio creeks, Rivers, and the rugged forest’s bluffs. landscape The area’s features rolling hills, forests, open lands, lakes, creeks, and rugged bluffs. The area’s featuresmild weather rolling hills,makes forests, a visit open during lands, any lakes,season creeks, enjoyable. and rugged bluffs. The area’s mild weather makes a visit during any season enjoyable. mild weather makes a visit during any season enjoyable.

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For specific information camping on fees, area regulations & hunting opportunities visit www.fs.usda.gov/shawnee For specific information camping on fees, area regulations & hunting opportunities visit www.fs.usda.gov/shawnee For specific information camping on fees, area regulations & hunting opportunities visit www.fs.usda.gov/shawnee Shawnee National Forest Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District Shawnee National Forest Hidden Springs Ranger District Mississippi Bluffs Ranger District Shawnee 50 Hwy National 145 South Forest Hidden Springs Ranger District Mississippi 521 North Bluffs Main Ranger Street District 50 Hwy 145 South Hidden 602 Springs North First Ranger Street District 521 North Main Street 50 Harrisburg, Hwy 145 IL South 62946 602 North First Street 521 Jonesboro, North Main IL Street 62952 Harrisburg, IL 62946 602 Vienna, North IL First 62995 Street Jonesboro, IL 62952 Harrisburg, 618-‐253-‐ 7114 IL 62946 Vienna, IL 62995 Jonesboro, 618-‐833-‐ 8576 IL 62952 618-‐253-‐7114 Vienna, 618-‐658 IL -‐2111 62995 618-‐833-‐8576 618email: -‐253-‐7114 [email protected] 618-‐658-‐2111 618(closed -‐833-‐8576 Monday) email: [email protected] 618 -‐658-‐2111 (closed Monday) email: [email protected] (closed Monday) www.facebook.com/shawneenatlforest twitter.com/shawneenf

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10 SouthernmostU.S. Illinois Forest Visitor Guide Service2019 USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. U.S. Forest Service USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. U.S. Forest Service USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. Galatia GALLATIN COUNTY ldorado SALINE COUNTY

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2 WESTERN REGION ALEXANDER / JACKSON / UNION Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind art, wine, or antiques, or exploring the great outdoors, the Shawnee Hills can take you there. The Shawnee National Forest is waiting for your adventures. For fun on the water you can make a splash at Kinkaid Lake, go fishing at Lake Murphysboro or bait your hook at the serene Cedar Lake. Golf and orchards also offer a fantastic opportunity to get outdoors and have some fun. As you travel the rolling Southern Illinois countryside you can sip your way along and discover truly surprising and authentic wine culture in the Shawnee Hills American Viticultural area, Illinois’ first region acknowledged for its distinctive winemaking properties.

1. Community Yard Sale, Cobden (pgs. 2-3) 2. Enjoying a toast at Blue Sky Winery (pg. 14) 3 3. Zip-lining at Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour (pg. 17)

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 11 ALEXANDER COUNTY “Where Two Great Rivers Meet”

With two great rivers at its H. A. Barkhausen and extensive doorstep, historic Cairo houses preservation efforts. many landmarks that hint at its Visit Tamms and you will find the once important Civil War role 1899 Depot. This building has unique and its flirt with greatness in river style and served both the M&O and and rail commerce. Founded as a C&EI Railroads at one time. Hunting Clubs commercial center joining river and Take a scenic drive through the rail traffic, Cairo expanded to meet countryside to see nine barn quilts Alexander Union the enormous demands of the Civil mounted on historic and present County County War. This strategic location became day farm buildings. And, during your headquarters, supply depot, and visit to Alexander County, be sure to Alexander/Pulaski Arrowhead Hunt hospital for the Western front. You sample one of our ever-so-popular Sportsman Club Club can learn more about the area’s barbecues. 618-776-5539 618-203-1969 history at the Custom House Museum, For the outdoors enthusiast, Flyway Hunting Brown’s Hunting the Safford Memorial Library and Alexander County offers acres of Club Club Magnolia Manor. Today Cairo remains farming and prime hunting, especially 573-380-1030 618-833-2096 a place where history lovers can the Horseshoe Lake Area known as the Horseshoe Lake Davis Farms Hunting revisit the romance and charm of a ‘Goose Capital of Illinois.’ Horseshoe Conservation Club 19th century river town. The National Lake is a paradise for bow and arrow 618-776-5689 618-833-2506 Register of Historic Places lists it as hunters, fishermen, photographers, Oakwood Hunting Flyway Goose & Duck ‘one of the most fascinating cities in bicyclers and picnickers. The rolling Club Hunting Clubs the State of Illinois.’ hills and winding roads have been a 618-684-4217; 618-833-3377 High on a hill above the Mississippi cyclist’s paradise, and each fall intrepid 618-776-5566 Grassy Lake Hunting River in Thebes sits the 1848 riders weave through the Shawnee Renaud Hunting Club Court House. Standing for more National Forest during the Tour de Club 618-833-7890 than 160 years, this landmark on Shawnee, a multi-route ride the 4th 573-683-3049 Muddy River Duck the National Register of Historic Saturday of every October. Club Places is a testament to architect www.tourdeshawnee.com 618-697-1365 Treece Acres 618-833-2779; 618-833-8762 DNR Direct Illinois outdoor enthusiasts no longer have to manually complete forms to buy hunting and trapping licenses and stamps, or to renew boats and snowmobiles. Deer, turkey and other permits are also available through the system. DNR Direct allows customers to make these and other transactions by phone, the internet, or visiting one of more than 1,000 vendors where terminals are located. Customers’ data will be stored in a central database to speed future transactions and eliminate the need to reenter data for multiple licenses or permits. 1-888-6PERMIT (673-7648) www.dnr.illinois.gov Confluence of Ohio and Mississippi Rivers

12 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 WESTERN Region JACKSON COUNTY

History: History: Jackson County football complex, and the elegant is the home of Civil War General Shryock Auditorium and McLeod John A. Logan who established the Theater. In addition, there are several national Memorial Day holiday in local businesses that offer a wide 1868. (Oral tradition holds Logan variety of weekly entertainment. was the keynote speaker at an early The Great Outdoors: Jackson County memorial observation in Carbondale’s has all the hunting, boating, fishing, Woodlawn Cemetery.) The General hiking, bird-watching and camping General John A. Logan statue, Murphysboro John A. Logan Museum is located you need. The Shawnee National Forest in Murphysboro his birthplace. The is waiting for your adventure. Cross museum tells Logan’s story from his the Pomona Natural Bridge, see the proslavery roots through the Civil War bluffs of Giant City, or walk the trails and his eventual evolution to become of Little Grand Canyon. For fun on the an advocate of civil rights for America’s water make a splash at Kinkaid Lake, formerly enslaved citizens. go fishing at Lake Murphysboro or Culture: We know how to throw a canoe serene Cedar Lake. Golf courses party in Jackson County! Every year and orchards also offer fantastic we have a St. Patrick’s Day Celebration, opportunities to get outdoors and have Apple Festival, Praise the Lard Barbeque some fun. Cook-Off, Big Muddy Monster Brew Other Things to Do: A monthly Fest, Makanda Vulture Fest, Riverside Cruise Night in Murphysboro, the Art, Wine, and Blues Festival, and more. historic Makanda Boardwalk, Unique Murphysboro features great venues, Shops of Murphysboro, the Riverside including the Riverside Park Band Park Dog Park, the Shawnee Hills Shell and the restored Liberty Theater. Wine Trail, several independent Carbondale is home to Southern Illinois breweries, world famous cuisine, and University, with a modern arena and much, much more. Praise the Lard BBQ festival, downtown Murphysboro

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2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 13 www.starviewvineyards.com THE DAVIE Award Winning Wines SCHOOL INN Delicious Café • Open Daily 5100 Wing hill Rd, Cobden, il 618-893-Wine Hours: April - October: Mon - Thurs 12-6; Fri 12-7; Sat 11-8; Sun 12-7 Perhaps the most interes?ng November-March: Mon - Thurs 12-5; Fri 12-6; Sat 11-7; Sun 12-6 place you will ever stay…

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14 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 WESTERN Region Explore the Wonders of the Shawnee Hills in UNION COUNTY Whether looking for one-of-a-kind in the trees, three aerial suspension art, antiques, exceptional wine, or bridges, the longest spanning 180 feet, you’re interested in exploring the great and two short ground hikes. Inns, cabins, outdoors, the Shawnee Hills of Union cottages and bed & breakfasts dot the County can take you there. region and are great launching pads Blessing of the Bikes in Alto Pass (pg. 23) As you explore the wonders of the for wine tasting and hiking or biking Shawnee Hills you will find Bald Knob enthusiasts, many offering a secluded Cross which stands high on the most getaway. prominent elevation in Southern Illinois. Built in 1854, the Illinois Central Surrounded by the scenic beauty of the Railroad was instrumental in converting Shawnee National Forest, Bald Knob rises the river to rail traffic. The railroads more than 1,000 feet above sea level. were used for shipping apples, peaches, As you travel the rolling Southern strawberries, peppers, and melons to Illinois countryside you can sip your way Chicago and New Orleans in refrigerated along and discover truly surprising and cars, first developed in Cobden. Flamm authentic wine culture in the Shawnee Orchards and Rendleman Orchards Hills American Viticultural area, Illinois’ Farm Market are two popular stops first region acknowledged for its for area produce and serve up yummy distinctive winemaking properties. fresh desserts with apples, peaches or Nestled in Shawnee Hills, Union strawberries. County has many bluffs and wilderness The Annabelle Hydrangea was areas scattered among the sprawling discovered in Anna, Illinois. The Shawnee National Forest and Giant City native shrub Hydrangea Arborescens State Park that are ideal for camping, ‘Annabelle’ grows wild in partly shady hiking, horseback riding, hunting, and and moist soils in southern Illinois. It numerous other outdoor activities. grows four feet tall with large white Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour consists flowers and dark green foliage, and of eight zip lines, eleven platforms high blooms from early to late summer. Shawnee Hills Wine Trail (pgs. 18-19)

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past. The cornerstone is dated An 18-hole course with four tee 1886. St. Anne’s is the perfect boxes on each hole, pro shop. place for intimate events—such as small weddings, renewal of ALTO PASS vows, anniversary gatherings, baby showers or christenings, Alto Vineyards receptions, art shows, recitals, and 8515 HWY 127 N; 618-893-4898 other appropriate theatrical or altovineyards.net musical events. A family owned winery and vineyard located in the foothills Stinson Memorial Library of the beautiful Shawnee National 409 South Main; 618-833-2521 Forest. Featuring award-winning Named for a Civil War veteran, wines since 1988 from their high Robert B. Stinson, who left his quality grapes, and offering music, estate for the establishment of wine tastings, and an outdoor a library. The building is made wedding location. Member of The St. Anne’s Church (pg.25) from native limestone and was Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. dedicated in 1914. This unique design was the work of Walter B. Bald Knob Cross ANNA Kirkpatrick Pottery Griffin, in a Frank Lloyd Wright style. located west off Rt. 127; Between 1859 and 1896 the 618-893-2344 Anna Farmers Market brothers Cornwall and W. Wallace St. Mary’s Pumpkin Patch and baldknobcross.com Every Tuesday Farmers Market, Kirkpatrick built and operated a Corn Maze Built as a monument of peace, 8 am - noon, May - mid October. large stoneware pottery in Anna. 1 Mile East of Anna on Hwy 146 the Cross at Bald Knob stands Downtown Anna. The excellent clay in the area, Fridays & Saturdays from mid 111 feet tall and is 22 feet square together with the skill of the September throught October. Pick at the base. Its arms extend to Anna Kirkpatrick Pottery potters, brought much fame and your own or choose pre-picked. 63 feet horizontally. The highest Museum prestige to the company. They landmark in Union County, the Inside Isom’s Antiques made many types of utilitarian Union County Country Club Cross can be seen over an area 407 N. Main St; 618-833-3516 wares, bricks, drain tiles and and Golf Course of 7,500 square miles when Open 7 days a week, 10am-5pm. giftware. The most collectible 430 E. Jefferson St; 618-833-7912 illuminated at night. An Easter pieces made by the pottery are the sunrise service is held annually. Camp Ground Church ucccgolf.com pig-shaped bottles and jugs with and Cemetery special inscriptions, applied animals 50 Tunnel Lane; 618-697-0097 and figures. Many of their pieces are Cumberland Presbyterian one-of-a-kind, with commentary Church in continuous operation on the political or social events of since 1850 on the site of a the day. Exhibits can be seen at the altovineyards.net winter encampment during Stinson Memorial Library, Isom’s the Trail of Tears. Cemetery is Antiques in Anna, and the Union first site certified in Illinois by 8515 Hwy 127 N the National Park Service and County Museum. Alto Pass, IL recognized by the national Trail of Tears Association as a St. Anne’s Church (618) 893-4898 Trail of Tears burial ground. South Main St; 618-833-2521 According to the NPS, it is the pastonline.org only continuing cemetery with Nestled in the middle of a long wine · beer · mocktails · lunch menu · free wifi scientifically documented, block of beautiful turn-of-the- multiple Cherokee burials along century homes in the small town the trail from the eastern states of Anna, the diminutive church to Oklahoma. is an important reminder of our

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rendlemanorchards.com A farmhouse brewery located Nestled in the hills of Southern 5 miles from the Shawnee Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest National Forest. Named one since 1873, Rendleman Orchards of the top four breweries has been committed to growing for foraged beer by Outside and shipping quality peaches, Magazine, and one of the most nectarines, apples and vegetables. beautiful places to drink beer Also offers farm-fresh, tree in the world by All About Beer ripened peaches, nectarines and Magazine, Scratch Brewing apples and a wide selection of Company focuses on farmhouse other fruits, vegetables, jams, beers and other styles brewed jellies, pickled items, baking and with home grown and locally soup mixes, ciders, salsas, and farmed and foraged ingredients. more. An Illinois Centennial Farm Historic Cairo Custom House Museum celebrating 143 years of family CAIRO farming. Cliff View Park featuring one-of-a-kind, authentic Cairo Custom House Museum 1 mile east off Rt 127, items from Sweden. Located in a Von Jakob Vineyard 14th and Washington Ave; off Skyline Dr. renovated 1940’s barn. Member of & Brewery 618-734-9632 Scenic picnic area overlooking the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. 30 State Rt. 127 N; Completed in 1872, placed on Bald Knob Cross. No camping. 618-893-4600 the National Register of Historic Free admission. Quetil Trail vonjakobvineyard.com Places in 1973 and established Downtown Alto Pass A Southern Illinois Winery with as a Civil War and local history Hedman Vineyards A short nature walk along the over 20 Illinois wines, a brewery museum in 1992. Housed in the & Peach Barn Café path the Cairo and St. Louis and a bed and breakfast. Member Museum is the desk used by Gen. 560 Chestnut St. Narrow Gage railroad used before of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. U.S. Grant at his headquarters 618-893-4923, 618-521-2506 it was abandoned in 1981. while being stationed in Cairo for peachbarn.com AVA six months during the Civil War Serving award-winning wines Rendleman Orchards and a new Lewis & Clark exhibit made from estate grown grapes. Farm Market Scratch Brewing Company is on display. Call for hours. Small The café features gourmet 960 State Rt. 127 N; 264 Thompson Rd. admission fee. Swedish cuisine and a gift shop 618-893-2771 scratchbeer.com

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sip around the trail Experience an authentic wine culture as you travel from winery to winery through some of the most beautiful country in the Midwest. We offer eleven unique, friendly wineries dotting a well-marked 40-mile wine trail. Each boasts its own individual style and showcases a diverse array of award-winning wines. A perfect adventure for the wine enthusiast in us all.

always a reason to applaud Enjoy some of our local flair with creative fun dinners along the trail that match a variety of cuisine to our delicious wines. Many wineries offer live music on the weekends or look for festivals celebrating holidays, supporting charity events or just because. We are always looking for a reason to celebrate.

wine & food pairing weekends All 11 wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail have paired up to create three wonderful weekends of savory wine and food pairings. We invite you to join us for a progressive tasting along the trail and enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of our wines paired with delicious samples. March 2-3, 2019 | August 3-4, 2019 | November 2-3, 2019

winery passport program Winter is a great time to enjoy the slower, quieter side of Illinois wine country and our NEW winery passport program gives you a fun way to enjoy the wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. With the purchase of a $15.00 winery passport, you will receive great discounts at each of our member wineries and a chance to win wonderful prizes along the trail. The winter season offers a unique, unforgettable experience for guests. You have to see it to believe it.

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Cairo, continued Magnolia Manor story. Beautiful gardens surround Toll House Transportation Church of the 2700 Washington Ave; the home. Admission fee. and Civil War Museum Redeemer - Episcopal 618-734-0201 Fort Defiance Park, Junction of US 6th and Washington Built in 1869 by Charles Galigher, Safford Memorial Library, 51 & US 60; 618-306-5818 Organized in 1840, the first a friend of President Grant, the Cairo Public Library Transportation and Civil War church was replaced by the brick mansion boasts 14 rooms 1609 Washington Ave; exhibits. present building in 1888 at a featuring Italianate architecture. 618-734-1840 cost of $30,899. The beautiful Listed on the National Register of This working library of Queen Anne CARBONDALE brown stone edifice boasts Historic Places. Open daily, 9 a.m.- architecture houses a valuable & RURAL ornate, stained glass windows 5 p.m. Mon.-Sat. and 1-5 p.m. Sun. collection of Civil War documents and gold gilded cross. Tours may The Manor is closed Christmas and a museum-quality collection of CARBONDALE be arranged with advance notice. Eve through Jan. 2. Admission fee. antiques and paintings donated by Free admission. patrons. Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Mon. Crab Orchard Lake Mighty Rivers Worship Center - Fri. Donations appreciated. Rt. 13 East of Carbondale Fort Defiance Park 10th and Poplar 618-997-3344 Off Rt. 51 (2 miles south of Cairo) Located across from The Hewer St. Mary’s Park fws.gov/midwest CrabOrchard Features a Boatman’s Memorial Statue, the Baptist church was 28th and Park Place West The largest of the three refuge dedicated to those who died organized in 1880. City park with tennis courts, ball lakes, this 6,965-acre body on the river, and provides a park, picnic area. The restored of water has two marinas, compelling vantage point to Riverlore pavilion was the site of President 125 miles of shoreline and a observe the constant meeting 2723 Washington Ave; Theodore Roosevelt’s address maximum depth of 25 feet. of the vast Ohio and Mississippi 618-734-1840 during his visit to Cairo in 1907. Species include largemouth Rivers. Camping available. Located across from Magnolia bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, Manor, this elegant French St. Patrick Catholic Church channel catfish, bullheads, carp The Hewer Statue Second Empire style home Ninth and Washington Ave; and white bass. 9th & Washington (Halliday Park) is a photographer’s delight. 618-734-2061 This sculpture, commissioned by ‘Riverlore’ was built in 1865 for The present church, built in Devil’s Kitchen Lake the Halliday family in memory of Capt. William Parker Halliday 1894, is a stately Romanesque South on Giant City Rd. Capt. W. P. Halliday, was executed who was president of Cairo’s structure of Bedford stone. The East on Grassy Rd; 618-997-3344 by George Grey Bernard. Shown first bank. His earlier steamboat oldest church in Cairo, it has three This 810-acre lake is part of the at the 1904 St. Louis, Mo., World’s career prompted him to build a bells and numerous stained glass Crab Orchard Refuge and is Fair before being placed at Cairo. ‘Captain’s Walk’ atop the third windows. stocked with rainbow and brown

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Kite Hill Vineyards & Winery COBDEN 83 Kite Hill Rd; 618-684-5072 kitehillvineyards.com All Seasons Farm “A little bit of heaven off Route 9535 US Hwy 51; 618-308-0217 127”. Featuring award-winning allseasons-farm.com wines, B & B with a a three-course Certified Organic Farm ‘Simply breakfast, tasting and event Grow Great Food’. CSA and Tours room, and scheduled food and Available. wine events throughout the year. Member of the Shawnee Hills Bass Farms Wine Trail. 45 Depper Rd; 618-893-2600 visit us on Facebook CARTERVILLE Fruit and vegetable store. Lincoln-Douglas 3rd Debate Statue at Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds Walker’s Bluff Bison Bluff Farms 326 Vermont Rd; 618-956-9900 1565 Bethel Church Rd; trout. It has a maximum depth of 80-gallon Kothe craft potstill with walkersbluff.com 618-521-5102 90 feet and a 24-mile shoreline. three plates column, a custom This 160 acre complex is being BisonBluffFarms.com It also provides largemouth bass, German-engineered technology developed as the premier Over 350 grass fed bison with no bluegill, sunfish, crappie, channel proven over centuries of tradition. vineyard and destination in the chemicals or hormones added. catfish, bullheads and carp. tri-state region. Outdoor dining Call for appointment. Honker Hill Winery in the Gazebo, indoor gourmet Grand River Spirits 4861 Spillway Rd; 618-549-5517 cuisine at Legends Restaurant, live Blueberry Hill Farm 428 Wood Rd; 618-503-9050 honkerhillwinery.com music venues, tasting room, wine New Hwy 51; 618-893-2397 grandriverspirits.com Serving fine wines produced from cave, The Depot pavilion, and U-Pick strawberries, blueberries Grand River Spirits is a locally- estate grown fruit. The newest General Store all surrounded by and blackberries in season. May - owned craft distillery in Southern addition to the Shawnee Hills the natural wonder and beauty of July 8 am to 8 pm. Illinois. Made from all-local grains Wine Trail, the winery offers live Southern Illinois. and fruits, our premium, hand- entertainment, banquet facility, Cobden Farmers Market crafted spirits represent the best of tasting room, outdoor fireplace Every Sunday Farmers Market, the Midwest. Featuring whiskies, and gazeebo, and pond, and 11 am - 3 pm, Old Feed Store, bourbons, and ryes distilled in an tasting room. Downtown Cobden.

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Cobden, continued appleknockerhardcider.com Flamm’s Orchard, Fruit An artisanal family winery & Cream Stand focused on the production of Old Rt. 51 (3 mi. north of Cobden) wines grown in the Shawnee 618-893-4241 May-Dec Hills AVA, and new hard ciders. Offers in-season strawberries, Featuring tasting room, café, and peaches and apples. Flamm’s outdoor space. Member of the Fruits & Cream Stand offers Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. treats like homemade strawberry shortcake, cobblers, apple dumplings and pies.

La Colina Linda Farm B&B 610 Heern Rd; 618-967-8958 lclbbfarm.com Sustainable farm & nuts and berries food forest. Open four growing seasons annually. 2 Shelter on a tent camping site at Trail of Tears State Forest bedroom B&B and additonal cottage. starviewvineyards.com side of town); 618-893-2067, Family owned and operated 618-893-2567 Lincoln Heritage Winery “Snake Jug” Kirkpatrick Pottery winery and vineyard which grows Museum operated by the Union 722 Kaolin Rd; 618-833-3783 and produces fine boutique, County Historical and Genealogy lincolnheritagewinery.com award-winning wines. Featuring Society. Collection includes Featuring a great outdoor space, Shawnee Hills Lavendar Farm a deck overlooking a large pond Kirkpatrick Pottery from Anna, tasting room, live music, plenty 480 Brown Section Rd; with Koi and turtles, tasting room, Il., Native-American artifacts, of parking, friendly and warm 618-534-4659 event room, variety of locally pioneer items, local history and atmosphere, and of course, really shawneehillslavender.com brewed beers, and café. Member other unique exhibits. Hours great wines, estate grown. You pick, in season. of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. are 1 pm to 5, Sat and Sun. The museum is closed during the Owl Creek Vineyard StarView Vineyards Union County Museum months of December, January, 2655 Water Valley Rd; 618-893-2557 5100 Wing Hill Rd; 618-893-WINE 117 Appleknocker St. (west and February.

Be sure to visit these area attractions: Visit Bald Knob Cross of Peace, Cedar Lake, Little Grand Canyon, Quetil Trail, Shawnee National Scenic Forest, and Trail of Tears State Forest. HEDMAN A LTO VINEYARDS CLAY WORKS Winery & Café Thurs-Sun 1-5 & by appt. (618) 893-4923 595 Main St. Alto Pass, IL Check Website for Hours (618) 697-4258 peachbarn.com altoclayworks.com RENDLEMAN HAVISHAM ORCHARDS HOUSE FARM MARKET 1892 Charm...Modern Luxury Mon-Sat 9-5, Sun 12-5 • (618) 893-2771 Vacation Rental Open Seasonally July - October 866-495-6020 rendlemanorchards.com havishamhouse.com

BALD KNOB ALTO VINEYARDS CROSS OF PEACE 8515 Highway 127 N 3630 Bald Knob Road M-Th 10-6, F/Sat 10-7, Sun 12-6 Open 7 Days a Week, 8am to Sunset (618)893-4898 (618) 713-8516 baldknobcross.com altovineyards.net Email [email protected] wine · beer · lunch menu · free wifi A portion of the funding for this publication was provided by Union County Tourism Tax Fund. For map and more information about the businesses along the Alto Pass Scenic Circle contact the Southernmost Illinois Tourism Bureau 1(800) 248-4373. www.southernmostillinois.com

22 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 WESTERN Region Contact Gary Hill Today for All Your The Bald Knob Residential and Cross of peace Commercial For more than half a century, the Bald Knob Cross of Peace has towered over the hills of Union County as a symbol of unity, Real Estate Needs peace and devotion. First conceived of in the 1930s by Jackson County native Wayman Presley and the Rev. W.H. Lirely, the cross was the result of more than 20 years of planning and fundraising. Finished in 1963 as the largest cross in the western hemisphere, the lit monument, which sits more than 1,000 feet above sea level, became home to an annual Easter sunrise service that draws hundreds each year. 2150 . Main treet “I can’t think of another project that’s sought to unite people Carbondale of so many backgrounds,” says D.W. Presley, grandson of Wayman Presley. “People like to stay and reflect, and this gives them a place to do that.” The cross continues to be a draw year-round, and substantial improvements have been underway over the past years, including a complete replacement of the cross’ panels — something made necessary by more than 40 years of rust. Also, Presley says the site now makes full use of LED lighting, and plans are underway Call (618) 457-8177 to install a park-like setting around the base of the cross to allow Fax: (618) 457-2138 for reflection, gatherings, and other activities at what is perhaps Southern Illinois’ most prominent man-made monument. Email: [email protected] The cross is located at 3630 Bald Knob Road in Alto Pass. For more Gary D. Hill, CRB, CRS, GRI information, call 618-893-2344 or visit www.baldknobcross.com. Bald KnoB Cross of peace Join us for our... Easter Sunrise Service April 21, 2019 Blessing of the Bikes April 28, 2019 "Par for the Cross" Golf Scramble May 3, 2019 Annual Fund-Raising Dinner, Hedman's July 27, 2019 "Run for the Cross" 5K Run/Walk October 11, 2019 Fall Colors at the Cross October 19, 2019 Christmas at the Cross watch Facebook/website for more information.

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DESOTO Hickory Bottoms Public Access DeSoto Farmers Market From Perks, go east on Perks Every Tuesday Farmers Market, Rd. to Duckworth Lane, turn 3 pm - 6 pm, June through left. After approx 1 mile, this October, 101 South Walnut Street. road turns into Mount Olive Rd. Follow to Bailey Rd., turn right DONGOLA and follow road to parking area; 618-634-2231. Dongola Lake Highlights a 200-acre tract of Mill Street; 618-827-4343 contiguous forest. The site has Fishing and boating received national recognition opportunities. for its songbird populations and is a popular hunting and wildlife Fragrant Fields Herb watching spot. Public facilities & Perennial Nursery include a hiking trail, shelter, 2460 Swan Pond Rd; outdoor privy and parking area. 618-203-9106 fragrantfields.com St. John’s Lutheran Church 20+ year old working herb and off Rt. 127 on St. John’s blacktop; perennial plant nursery with 618-827-3810 over 200 varieties of common Built in 1855, this church and uncommon plants. View the represents Illinois’ first Lutheran gardens and ask the pros about congregation. The first church growing plants. Feed the catfish was built in 1818 on what is in the pond, and see what has now the cemetery. Kinkaid Lake Spillway flown into the wetland. Gift items and garden decor available. GRAND CHAIN worked on the river and the Follow the signs from Dongola. citizens value the importance of Hours: 9 am-4 pm Tues - Sun, preserving their river heritage. March 15-July 15, Sept 15-Oct 15. Ohio River Recreation Area Boat Access & Campground JONESBORO Take Tick Ridge Rd 4 miles E of Grand Chain, turn S on Lighthouse Ln; 618-634-9411 Kornthal Church Boat ramp, lodge and Off Rt. 127 (2 miles south of campground located on the Jonesboro Sq); 618-833-8576 Ohio River Scenic Byway. Lodge Constructed in 1860, this church includes rooms, restaurant, bar, is a replica of churches usually store, and historical display of a native to Austria. The 12 stairs 1704 French Tannery. to the pulpit represent the 12 apostles. Open daily. Free GRAND TOWER admission.

Devil’s Backbone Horse Camp Lincoln Memorial Picnic Brunkhorst Ave; 618-684-6192 Grounds & Lincoln-Douglas Grand Tower City Park features 3rd Debate Statues 2 acres fenced in for horses. Main St, north of Public Square; Several sites have electric and 618-833-8576 water. There are bathrooms in Part of the Shawnee National the park. Forest, the park boasts picnic shelters, a gazebo and a pond. Mississippi River Museum & The monument commemorates Interpretive Center the site of the 3rd 1858 United 604 Main St; 618-565-2227 States Senatorial debate Museum Director Capt. Jack between Abraham Lincoln and Knupp, who served as a towboat incumbent Stephen Douglas. captain for 44 years, oversees Follow the steps from town to this musem housed in an 1892 the site and walk where Lincoln building overlooking the levee walked. Free admission. on Front Street. Exhibits include steamboat models, buoys, a P.A.S.T. Heritage House carbon arc searchlight, radar unit, 102 S Main St; 618-833-8745 deck equipment, gauges, rudder, pastonline.org dishes, etc. Of special interest The house dates to about 1850 are artifacts salvaged from the and offers Lincoln-Douglas Str. Golden Eagle, which sank at information and local history and Grand Tower in 1947. Over 200 geneaology. Giant City State Park people from Grand Tower have

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City State Park with more than Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour 16 miles of trail paths. Riding 635 Robinson Hill Rd; 855-FUN-ZIPS programs include trail rides, shawneezip.com breakfast rides, day camps, and Located on 83 acres surrounded private lessons. Open March to by the Shawnee National Forest. November, 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Shawnee Bluffs Canopy Tour daily (closed Tuesdays). consists of 8 zip lines, the longest stretching more than 1,100 Giant City State Park feet, which zig-zags across the 235 Giant City Rd; 618-457-4836 property’s bluffs and through the This park has 3,694 acres valley. The tour also includes 11 of woods and spectacular platforms high in the trees, 3 aerial sandstone rock formations — suspension bridges, the longest excellent for hiking, picnicking stretching 180 feet, and 2 short and camping. Also features ground hikes. The 3 hour tour is a beautiful rustic lodge with an exciting way to experience the restaurant, built by the Civilian flora, fauna, geology and history Conservation Corps in the 1930s. of the outdoors. Now offering A swimming pool, horseback night tours. riding stables, lookout tower and cabins ‘round out’ the amenities MCCLURE to make this a superb retreat. Free admission into the park. Rest In Peace Campground On Grapevine Trail, 6 miles from Keller’s Crossing at Stone Rt. 3 between McClure and Murphysboro is Illinois’ BBQ Capital Creek Golf Course Tamms; 618-747-9344 503 Stone Creek Dr; 618-351-4653 Primitive sites as well as full Hills of Southern Illinois”. Award- kellerscrossing.com hookups, along with a shower Trail of Tears State Forest winning wines and limited 18 hole course. Rental cabins house and dump station. In the Off Rt 127, 5 miles northwest of menu. Two suites, tasting room, available. Shawnee National Forest. Jonesboro; 618-833-4910 additional event facility. Member dnr.illinois.gov of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Rolling Oak Alpaca Ranch MURPHYSBORO 5,114 acres of rugged terrain 1335 Hall Church Rd, Makanda; offers picnic sites and trails for Feather Hills Vineyard 618-201-2822 Big Muddy Brewing hiking and horseback riding. The Rocky Comfort Rd; 618-995-2307 https://rollingoakalpacaranch. 1430 N 7th St; 618-684-8833 Trail of Tears commemorates the featherhillsvineyard.com com/ bigmuddybrewing.com 1838-39 march of the Cherokee Family owned and operated Big Muddy Brewing began in Indians from the Great Smokies winery and vineyard located Rose O’Sharon Equine Farm Murphysboro.This microbrew area to Indian Territory, which is on one of southern Illinois’ 830 Rowan Rd; 618-201-9668 quietly puts out small batches of now Oklahoma. Free admission. highest ridge tops, deep in the roseosharonfarm.com craft beer for beer enthusiasts to Camping: 6 tent, 2 RV sites. heart of the Shawnee Hills A.V.A. A wonderful facility offering enjoy. Stop on in for a tour of the Featuring a tasting room and an pasture board with run-ins, 24hr. operation and stick around for a MAKANDA outdoor patio. Member of the monitoring, free choice on hay sampling. Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. and minerals, large indoor riding Blue Sky Vineyard arena(80x180), lots of trail riding General John A. Logan Statue 3150 S. Rocky Comfort Rd; Giant City Stables opportunities, horse training, 2125 Spruce St. 618-995-9463 722 Giant City Rd; 618-529-4110 lessons, by the hour trail rides. The marble and bronze statue blueskyvineyard.com giantcitystables.com depicts the Civil War hero and “The Romance of Italy in the Located at the entrance to Giant national figure of the 19th century

Enjoy the “P.A.S.T.” of Union County! St. Anne’s Church built in 1886 507 S. Main, Anna, IL Call 618-833-9441 for rental information Listed on Nat. Registry of Historical Places Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm • Sun 12-5pm Open Seasonally Beginning July 1st! Heritage House Museum Peaches, Nectarines, Apples, Seasonal Produce, Jams, built in 1849 Jellies, Pickled Items, Baking Mixes, Snack Mixes, 102 S. Main, Jonesboro, IL Mums, Pumpkins, Ciders, Candles, Linens, Gift Boxes, Call 618-833-8745 for tours or rental Apple Gift Boxes, Apple Cider Donuts & More. Visit the Lincoln-Douglas Room! 9680 State Rt. 127 N. • Alto Pass, IL 62905 • (618) 893-2771 • www.rendlemanorchards.com Open Summer Sundays 1:30 - 3:30 pm 11 mi. South of Murphysboro & 1 1/2 mi. North of Alto Pass on Hwy. 127 www.pastonline.org

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Cave Creek Cabins A s s o L o d g i n g c i a t i o n “Luxurious, Peaceful, Convenient” I 618-316-2842 www.CaveCreekCabins.com LLINOIS

B&B’s, Cabins, Inns, Guest Houses, and more – Along the Beautiful Shawnee Hills Wine Trail The Goddard Place “Our Log Cabin Awaits You Year Round” 618-697-7526 www.thegoddardplace.com

Windy Hill Acres Inn “A Hidden Treasure” Dam Near Lake of Egypt Cabins 618-893-4065 www.windyhillacresinn.com 618-694-4017 www.DamNearCabins.com

Shawnee Hill B&B “A Romantic Getaway” Kite Hill Vineyards 618-893-2211 www.shawneehillbb.com “A Little Bit of Heaven Off 127”© 618-684-5072 www.kitehillvineyards.com Makanda Inn & Cottages Havisham House “A Natural Retreat Development ” “Where 1892 charm meets modern luxury” 618-697-7929 https://makandainn.com 866-495-6020 www.havishamhouse.com

Rock Ridge “40 Mile Views” Blue Sky Vineyard Text or call 618-833-0788 rockridgecabins.com “Romance of Italy in the Hills of Southern Illinois” 618-995-9463 www.blueskyvineyard.com

Enjoy the Shawnee! So much to do… Hiking, Wine Tasting, Dining, Microbreweries, Shopping, & Zip Lining too! See you Soon!

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For more information about the Shawnee Wine Trail Lodging Water Valley Inn Association, visit “Your Own Private Get-Away” 618-534-2244 www.1watervalleyinn.com https://shawneewinetrailbb.com Beautiful, Peaceful and Close to Everything A quaint little cottage located right on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Perfect for families or friends vacationing together. 618.534.3545 // www.woodlandcabins.net // [email protected] 618.534.3681 // www.redshedrental.com // [email protected] Beautiful, Peaceful and Close to Everything A quaint little cottage located right on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Perfect for families or friends vacationing together. 618.534.3545 // www.woodlandcabins.net // [email protected] 618.534.3681 // www.redshedrental.com // [email protected] Everything to Do and See

Lake Murphysboro area. More than 150,000 Canada West on Rt. 149; 618-684-2867 geese winter at Horseshoe Lake This 144-acre lake in Jackson Conservation Area. County has 7.5 miles of shoreline and a maximum POMONA depth of 40 feet. It provides largemouth bass, spotted Cedar Lake bass, bluegill, sunfish, crappie, 618-549-8441 fs.usda.gov channel catfish, bullheads, carp, This 1,750-acre lake in the white bass and suckers. western half of Shawnee National Forest is about six miles south Mileur Orchard of Carbondale between U.S. 51 172 Mileur Orchard Rd.; and Illinois 127. It has 40 miles of 618-687-3663 shoreline, a maximum depth of Serving Jackson County for 60 feet and provides largemouth three generations, Mileur bass, spotted bass, bluegill, Orchard is open seasonally, with sunfish, crappie, channel catfish, General John A. Logan Museum a bakery and acres quality fruit. bullheads, carp, walleye, yellow bass, suckers and drum. There is Murphysboro continued jacksoncc.com Murphysboro Farmers Market a 10-horsepower limit. Large or A private club chartered in 1914. Every Saturday Farmers Market, smallmouth bass 14-18 inch slot General John A. Logan Measuring 6,776 yards from the May through Oct, 8 am to Noon, limit, 6 fish daily creel limit, 5 fish Museum championship tees the 18-hole near the courthouse. below 14 inches, 1 fish above 18 1613 Edith St; 618-684-3455 course plays to a par 72. inches. Striped, white, or hybrid loganmuseum.org Riverside Park striped bass-17 inch minimum The museum tells the story of Jackson County Historical Commercial & S. 24th length limit. the lives and times of General Society murphysboropark.com John A. Logan and his family 1616 Edith St; 618-684-3455 The largest of Murphysboro’s through photographs, portraits, The location of hundreds of files parks, Riverside is located just maps, political memorabilia, available for genealogy research along the Big Muddy River. It antiques and weapons. In 1868, including Jackson County’s features playgrounds, shelters, Memorial Day was established records dating to the 1800s. a baseball diamond, two loops as a national holiday through for walking or jogging, a dog his General Order No. 11. Kinkaid Lake park, and a band shell used for The museum has expanded West of Murphysboro on different events and concerts from a single building to a Rt. 149, right on Marina Rd; throughout the year. neighborhood including a 618-684-4914 walking trail (with interpretive This is one of the few lakes in Robert W. Hamilton House signposts) on the grounds that Southern Illinois to successfully 203 S. 13th St; 618-684-6421 passes by Logan’s birthplace, stock muskie. Its 2,750 acres wind One of the oldest houses in now an archaeological site, and around the northwestern hills Jackson County, the Hamilton the house of Samuel H. Dalton, of Shawnee National Forest. It House was built in 1867. a freed slave who served in the has 92 miles of shoreline and a Union Navy, a print shop and maximum depth of 80 feet. Other OLIVE BRANCH two additional historic homes. fish species include largemouth Please call for museum hours. bass, spotted bass, bluegill, Horseshoe Lake Hiking Lincoln Heritage sunfish, crappie, channel catfish, and Biking Trail Jackson Country Club bullheads, carp, walleye, white East of IL Rt 3 in Alexander Horseshoe Lake Conservation Area Winery 1/8 page ad and Golf Course bass and suckers. county, 7 miles north of Cairo; Visitor Guide 2018 6070 Country Club Rd; 618-776-5504 618-684-2387 This 5.5-mile trail takes in the Hickory Ridge Vineyard beauty of Horseshoe Lake. Home & Winery Ad should be similar of the annual Tour de Shawnee 1598 Hickory Ridge Rd; bike ride in October. 618-893-1700 to ad from last year Lincoln Heritage Winery hickoryridgevineyard.com Home of Award Winning Black Jack Wine! Horseshoe Lake Hickory Ridge is family owned but needs a new Conservation Area and operated, located on the picture added and Off Rt. 3, 7 miles north of Cairo; western edge of the Shawnee 618-776-5689 Hills AVA. Featuring estate grown this “coupon”: The 9,550-acre area includes a award-winning wines, tasting 2,400-acre shallow lake. The lake room, decks overlooking the Mention this ad for a resembles a Louisiana bayou forest, and vineyard picnic tables. complimentary tasting! with its wading herons and its Member of the Shawnee Hills large stands of cypress swamps, Wine Trail. cottonwoods and tupelo gums. Visitors enjoy picnicking, Pomona Winery 772 Kaolin Rd, Cobden, IL camping, boating, fishing and 2865 Hickory Ridge Rd, Pomona (618) 833-3783 • www.lincolnheritagewinery.com • Fri-Sun 12-7pm hunting as well as 5.1 miles of 618-893-2623 hiking/biking trails that loop the pomonawinery.com

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Specializing in wines made horsepower motors is allowed from locally grown fruits for the anglers fishing for bass, other than grapes, Pomona bluegill, sunfish, crappie, and Winery offers award-winning catfish. table dessert wines. Amenities include covered decks and a Union County garden picnic area. Member of Conservation Area the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Off Rt 3 & 146 west of Jonesboro; 618-833-5175 TAMMS The more than 6,000-acre area includes two lakes for Tamms Cache River Access Historic Thebes Courthouse fishing and 2,100 acres for On Hwy 127 at Tamms, turn public hunting. Excellent area E on Pumphouse Rd and war memorial is located on the was used as a Baptist church for sight-seeing and wildlife go 1 block to parking lot; grounds. Open Mon. - Fri. from back in 1879 and then as a photography including white- 618-634-2231 8 a.m. - noon and from 1 - 4 school. Tours may be arranged tailed deer, Canada geese, and (Cypress Creek Wildlife Refuge p.m. Free admission. with advance notice. bald and golden eagles. Free headquarters) admission. This site offers hunting, wildlife THEBES WARE observation opportunities and WOLF LAKE seasonal canoeing and bank Thebes Courthouse Grassy and Lyerla Lakes fishing along the Cache. Off Rt 3; 618-764-2658 Southeast of Ware; LaRue-Pine Hills A hand-hewn stone 618-833-5175 Off Rt 3 near Wolf Lake; The Old Depot courthouse built in 1845 These bottomland lakes in 618-833-8576 Off Hwy 127 (2 miles west); atop a bluff overlooking the Union County are not large Part of the Shawnee National 618-747-2353 Mississippi River Folklore lakes, but they give up some of Forest, LaRue-Pine Hills boasts Built in the 1890s for the indicates that Abraham the largest bluegill and crappie more than 2,500 acres of Chicago and Eastern Illinois Lincoln, riding circuit, practiced in Southern Illinois. Grassy Lake swamps, limestone bluffs, Railroad, the uniquely designed law here. Dred Scott, a slave has only 3 miles of shoreline springs, ponds, and upland and Old Depot has been restored whose Supreme Court decision to go with its 310 acres of lowland forests. Many hiking as a museum, and city hall advanced black rights, was water. Lyerla Lake has 260 trails to experience. and is listed on the National given overnight housing in the acres of water and 3.8 miles of Register of Historic Places. A courthouse jail. The building shoreline. Boat fishing with 10 GET IN TOUCH AT SIU’S MAKE YOUR WEDDING TOUCH OF NATURE an 2019 EVENTS ADVENTURE Feb. 23-24: Maple Syrup Festival and Pancake Breakfast

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2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 31 Oak Grove Cabins Southern Illinois Cabins 618-534-7143|oakgrovecabin.com southernillinoiscabins.com [email protected] Our cabins offer amenities that you will not find at most Private cabins located on wooded acreage in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest and the hotels. Private hot tubs, full kitchens, fireplaces and more. Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. Pet friendly. A home away from home.

Cabin on the Hill The Cabin on Mt. Glen 618-529-5667|cabinonthehill.com [email protected] 618-833-5807|winetrailcabins.com Three cabins, each with private hot tubs nestled [email protected] on 80 acres of woods, hills and meadows. Located Southern Illinois’ most luxurious cabin nestled on 60 near the Shawnee Wine Trail, Giant City State Park acres of pristine woods, pasture, and prairie. Located and several lakes. Just 3.5 miles from Carbondale in the heart of the Shawnee Wine Trail. & SIU. We also have a great hobby farm.

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CENTRAL 2 REGION JOHNSON / MASSAC / PULASKI With its breathtaking natural beauty and great opportunities for outdoor recreation, the central region has an old railway converted bike path, The Tunnel Hill State Trail, a 48-mile trail winding through farmland, thick woods, lush wetlands and a tunnel for which it was named. The Cache River Wetlands contains 60,000 acres of beautiful forests and wetlands. Canoe the Cache and you might see otters, bobcats, whitetail deer, bald eagles, herons, egrets, Sandhill Cranes and even the occasional Anhinga (the snake bird). Nearby in the town of Metropolis, the official Home of Superman proudly honors their favorite son with a 15-foot bronze statue of the Man of Steel right in the middle of Superman Square.

1. Enjoyng a waterfall at Ferne Clyffe State Park 2. Living History at Fort Masac State Park 3. Mound City National Cemetery 3

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BELKNAP Choose & cut Christmas trees; Excellent 128-acre year round trees whose flared bases, called fresh made wreaths & gifts. fishing lake featuring buttresses, exceed 40 feet Cache River Basin bass, crappie and channel circumference. Many are more Vineyard & Winery Drapers Bluff and Vertical catfish. Built in 1956, the totally than 1,000 years old, including 315 Forman Ln; 618-658-2274 Heartland Climbing School undeveloped lake shore offers one that has earned the title of crbwinery.org Off I-57 at Exit 36, 5050 Lick Creek quiet and solitude. A boat launch state champion bald cypress Located just south of the Cache Rd; 618-995-1427 and angler parking area is located because of its huge trunk girth, River. Winery grounds include a verticalheartland.com on the east side of the lake. towering height, and heavily large deck, Wineaux’s Restaurant Beautifully scenic and virtually branched canopy. serving a wide selection of food undisturbed, the spectacular view CYPRESS and wine, and a rental cabin from the bluff-top will not soon GOREVILLE tucked away at the edge of the be forgotten by visitors. All skill Cache Levee Access woods. Banquet room available. levels of rock climbing classes Boat Ramp Eastman Orchard & Fruit available. Call or visit the website South past Junction of Rt. 3 & Market Heron Pond for class information. 127, about 3 mi to Cache Levee Big Red Shed on Rt. 37 930 Sunflower Ln; 618-634-9678 Access Rd; 618-634-2231 (2 miles north of Goreville) A shallow wetland dominated CARRIER MILLS The old channel of the Cache 618-995-2118 by cypress and tupelo trees. River provides opportunities to Features a boardwalk that winds You’re So Vane Bicycle Repair catch bass, bluegill and crappie. Ferne Clyffe State Park its way into the forested swamp, & Portage Includes a parking area and Off I-57 or I-24 (1 mile south of providing visitors a chance 112 E Carline St; 630-877-7984; 30-foot boat ramp. Goreville on Rt. 37); 618-995-2411 observe ecosystems remaining http://youresovane.biz A 2,430-acre park with unique relatively undisturbed for Call for pre-store hours. Cache River State geological features & unusual thousands of years. Experience the Tunnel Hill State Natural Area plant communities. Trails wind Trail. Store hours Friday 8-4, 8885 State Rt 37 South; through picturesque formations BROOKPORT Saturday 8-6, and Sunday 8-2 p.m. 618-657-2064 & inspiring vistas. Tent, RV Located within a floodplain carved camping, picnicking, hiking, Allard and Avery Lake CREAL SPRINGS long ago by glacial floodwater fishing & hunting. Open year 5 miles E off Hwy 45 of the Ohio River. When the Ohio round. Free admission. 200 and 158 acres (respectively) Bella T Winery River adopted its present course, of excellent fishing and hunting. 755 Parker City Rd; 618-658-8882 it left the Cache River to meander bellatwinery.com across rich and vast wetlands. Boat Ramp at Ohio River Extensive wine list and varied This site features massive cypress Near Lock & Dam 52; food menu. Family-friendly, with 618-564-2351 recreational opportunities for all. including a bocce ball court, Brookport City Park washers and board games, and visit us online Winery hours of operation: 500 E 3rd St; 618-564-2351 an on-site dog kennel. Indoor www.crbwinery.org Mon - thurs: 10 - 6 fri - sat: 10 - 9; sun: 11 - 5 Playground and picnic area. and outdoor seating. Available for weddings, special events. Kincaid Mounds Member of the Southern Illinois Archaeological Site Wine Trail. 4 mi south of Unionville Rd on New Cut Rd; 800-248-4373; Egyptian Hills Marina kincaidmounds.com I-57, Exit 45; 618-996-3449 Kincaid Mounds State Historic Private, family-run resort nestled Site is a nationally significant along the shore of the Native-American archaeological scenic Lake of Egypt. There treasure. From about 800 AD are 32 boat slips with electric to 1500 AD it was the ‘capital’ hookups and boat rentals, marina of a chiefdom that stretched store, dump station and shower AND from Brookport to Hamletsburg facilities. Check out our menu and Outstanding Wines along the Ohio River. Large flat- schedule of events online! Fine Food topped mounds were erected on Lake of Egypt Open fOr which the houses and temples East off I-57, 8 miles N of Vienna Lunch & Dinner of civil and religious elite stood. on Rt. 45; 618-964-1448 call for reservations. Today, the mounds still exist One of southern Illinois’ finest 618-658-8353 and a constructed overlook fishing lakes, Lake of Egypt is a man- fri nights: 4:30 - 9 platform and interpretive panels made lake featuring 2,300 acres of sat: noon - 9; sun: noon - 5 Located on the grounds of cache river Basin Winery tell the story of the significant deep, clear water and is great for contribution and historical value fishing, boating and water skiing. of the Native American culture. There are three, full-service marinas on the lake providing cabins, BUNCOMBE campsites and other amenities to accommodate your stay. Allen Christmas Tree Farm 2695 Allen Rd; 618-658-5678 Dutchman Lake Nov. 28-Dec. 20, Mon-Sat 9 West off Rt. 45 (1 1/2 miles 315 Forman Lane, Belknap, Illinois • 618-658-2274 am-4:30 pm & Sun 1-4:30 pm north of Vienna)

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Hidden away in southern Illinois is one 6 HICKORY BOTTOMS Some Suggested of Nature’s masterpieces. Featuring ancient Located off Mount Olive Road, this cypress-tupelo swamps, bottomland secluded site is a mature, lowlands forest Itineraries hardwood forests, sandstone bluffs and featuring 200 acres of oak and hickory. limestone caves, the Cache River Wetlands Hickory Bottoms has received national Be aware that several of the stops is a rich and diverse area that provides recognition for its populations of songbirds. on the Cache River Auto Tour involve habitat for many unique and fascinating A 1.5-mile trail provides many opportunities plants and animals. It is a place to enjoy for wildlife viewing, so be sure to bring your easy-to-moderate hiking. Doing full hiking, birding, kayaking and canoeing, binoculars. justice to all 11 stops can easily fill one hunting, fishing, photography and learning or more long weekends. For those with about the natural world. 7 BELLROSE WATERFOWL RESERVE limited time, here are a few suggested One could spend a lifetime exploring An accessible wildlife overlook is found “mini-tours.” this gem – but, if you only have a weekend, along Cache Chapel Road. At first glance, or even a few hours, the Cache Auto Tour, you might not see much. But, time your created by Friends of the Cache River journey to coincide with spring and fall If you only have an hour or two: Wetlands, is designed to showcase the migration, when thousands of waterfowl Watch the twelve-minute introductory area’s highlights and whet your appetite for and shorebirds can be viewed in the late film about the Cache at the Wetlands a return visit! afternoon or early morning, and you will Center, stroll the boardwalk at Section 8 begin to appreciate what the term “wildlife 1 SECTION 8 WOODS refuge” really means. Woods (#1) and take a short hike to view Perfect for a quick introduction to the the giant Winnie-the-Pooh tree at Big swamp, this charismatic boardwalk located 8 LIMEKILN SPRINGS Cypress Tree Access (#2). right next to Highway 37 will instantly The parking area just south of the transport you into a primeval, flooded forest Bellrose Overlook is the entry point for this If you have a morning or of water tupelo (including the Illinois State unique area, where wooden boardwalks Champion) and bald cypress. provide access to Limekiln Slough and afternoon: Limekiln Springs. The site supports a Make short stops at #1 and #2, then 2 BIG CYPRESS ACCESS diversity of wildlife, and is a great place hike the Heron Pond Trail (#4). The shortest hike in the Cache leads to to see wildflowers in the spring and early a monumental reward – thousand-year- summer. For a full day of activity: old bald cypress trees, the largest of which is forty-three feet around! Rubber boots 9 LOWER CACHE ACCESS / In the morning, stop briefly at #1 and are recommended during wet periods, BUTTONLAND SWAMP #2, and then hike the Heron Pond Trail when the end of the short trail may be The road dead-ends into a parking area (#4). submerged. that provides easy access to Buttonland After lunch, hike the Tupelo Trail (#3), Swamp, a National Natural Landmark, or take a canoe or kayak tour at Lower 3 TUPELO TRAIL where swamps form a contiguous corridor Start at the Marshall Ridge Access over nine miles long. A short walk leads to Cache Access/Buttonland Swamp (#9). parking lot to explore this two-mile spectacular views of the swamp from an Finish the day with a late afternoon or roundtrip trail through a mature, oak- overlook, while a marked canoe trail offers early evening drive around Mermet Lake hickory forest. The real gem, though, lies in an intimate encounter with ancient trees, (#10). the loop that leads to Little Black Slough, including the State Champion Bald Cypress, which features rock outcrops and a flooded and abundant aquatic wildlife. forest of water tupelo and bald cypress. If you don’t want to stray far In fall, a carpet of swamp marigold forms 10 MERMET LAKE STATE FISH AND from your car: one of the best wildflower displays in the WILDLIFE AREA Sites that can be enjoyed without Midwest. Mermet Lake is one of Illinois’ finest leaving your car include Mermet Lake wildlife viewing areas, and you never have (#10) and Horseshoe Lake (#11). The 4 HERON POND to leave your car! The five-mile loop drive Heron Pond is likely the signature passes large lotus beds and isolated cypress boardwalk at Section 8 Woods (#1) destination for most visitors to the Cache. trees that serve as roosts for cormorants, is wheelchair accessible and highly The one-to-two mile hike will take you eagles and egrets. Wood ducks, river otters, recommended for those who can only along the river, through the woods, and, via wild turkeys and more provide a wealth walk short distances, but would like to a boardwalk, into the heart of one of the of opportunities for photographers. [Note: see a close-up view of a cypress-tupelo most beautiful and accessible swamps in Mermet Lake loop drive is closed during the the Midwest. winter hunting season.] swamp. Lower Cache River Access (#9) also provides easy access to a quality 5 WILDCAT BLUFF 11 HORSESHOE LAKE STATE FISH AND view of Buttonland Swamp. Embedded deep in the wilds of Johnson WILDLIFE AREA County, Wildcat Bluff lords over the Cache Located less than 20 miles southwest Be sure to pick up a copy of the River watershed at the junction of the of the Cache River State Natural Area Shawnee Hills and the Coastal Plain of lies a large oxbow lake that supports an complete Cache River Auto Tour map Illinois. Enjoy spectacular views from the incredible community of bald cypress. Any and brochure, which also includes upper trail, or follow the short but rugged season is good to visit this waterfowl haven, 16 historical points of interest, at the trail along the base of the sandstone bluff, where everything from tundra swans to Wetlands Center or Cypress Creek Office. which leads to imposing rock overhangs. hooded mergansers may show up for the patient observer.

36 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 CENTRAL Where To Start Your Visit Region The Henry N. Barkhausen Cache River Wetlands Center (pictured left) offers a variety of interpretive exhibits and information about the natural and cultural history of the Cache River Wetlands, as well as walking trails featuring both wetland and prairie communities. The center is located on Route 37, south of Cypress. Hours of operation: Wednesday through Sunday, 9am to 4pm. Another good starting point is Cypress Creek National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters, which offers maps of the area and information about wildlife resources and recreational opportunities. The Refuge Office is located at 137 Rustic Campus Drive, Ullin, on the campus of Shawnee Community College. Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 7:30am to 4pm.

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Goreville, continued soldiers who died on duty are MERMET The first of Illinois’ state parks, Hilltop Campground buried. Fort Massac features a replica of Exit #40 off I-57 on Baker Ln; Mermet Lake Conservation the American fort built in 1802 618-995-2189 Lock and Dam #53 Area overlooking the Ohio River. The Family owned and operated. 2 miles east of Route 37 on East Rt. 45 (halfway between reconstructed fort & museum Open all year, heated restrooms, Dam Road; 618-742-6213 Metropolis and Vienna); display items from the fort’s French playground, and a pavilion for Built in the 1930’s to regulate the 618-524-5577; FREE Admission. and American period, plus Native clubs and family gatherings. 34 full depth of the Ohio River, the lock An old cypress swamp converted American & other artifacts. Office service sites, 50 and 30 amp, shade, and dam boasts an observation into a waterfowl hunting area for hours Mon. - Fri. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Site pull thrus and tent sites available. area for viewing the river traffic. duck hunting The shallow, 450- hours daily are 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. acre lake provides excellent fishing The museum is open year-round Tall Tree Lake Ohio River Recreation for largemouth bass, channel except on Thanksgiving, Christmas Rt. 37 south 2 miles, east on Tall Area Boat Access & catfish and most panfish. The lake and New Year’s Day. Tree Lake Rd; 618-658-9494 Campground is closed 2 weeks prior to duck Rustic and RV campsites, fishing, Take Tick Ridge Rd 4 miles E of hunting season and reopens at Fort Massac Visitors Center & hiking, boating, swimming. A Grand Chain, turn S on Lighthouse the close of duck season. Facilities George Rogers Clark Statue at historic barn lodge with modern Ln; 618-634-9411 include picnic area, hiking trails Fort Massac State Park bathroom facilities, showers and Boat ramp, lodge and campground and boating. Adjoining the area US 45, 2 1/2 miles West of I-24 complete kitchens available. located on the Ohio River Scenic is the Nature Preserve including Visitors center features a film as Byway. Lodge includes rooms, 43-acres that have been set aside well as historical displays about the GRAND CHAIN restaurant, bar, store, and historical for non-game, rare and endangered fort and the famous explorers that display of a 1704 French Tannery. species. Unusual plant species are passed through it. The statue of Historical Marker: also found in this area. A raised George Rogers Clark overlooks the Cantonment Wilkinsonville KARNAK observation platform extends from Ohio River. South of Hwy 37 near boat ramp the trail into the swamp. Established by Lt. Colonel David Cedar Ridge Whitetails George Rogers Clark Strong in 1797 as a post of 1385 Grinnell Rd; 618-634-2515 Mermet Springs, Inc. Discovery Trail the United States Army. It was cedarridgewhitetails.com Rt. 45; 618-527-DIVE Fort Massac State Park; garrisoned until 1804. Here Hunting packages. mermetsprings.com 618-524-4712 Colonel Strong and scores of 8 1/2 acres of water in an Enjoy a scenic ride or walk along abandoned stone quarry 120 this new concrete trail. Parking is feet deep with 100-foot deep located inside Fort Massac State underwater cliffs, sunken wrecks Park. A 4-mile stretch of the trail and schools of colored, pre-historic goes entirely through the woods. looking fish. full service dive site The 9 mile trail begins at Superman and scuba training facility that Square, continues through Fort offers on-site scuba instruction, Massac State Park, and ends in the diving lessons and equipment city of Brookport. rental. Picnic area and concessions. OUNTREE Girl Scout House Park CO E METROPOLIS 1230 E 7th St; 618-524-1696 Park with shuffle board and washer Peddler Birdman of Alcatraz Burial Site pitching. North Ave; 800-949-5740 Antiques • Primitives • Collectibles • Robert F. Stroud is buried in the Harrah’s Metropolis Casino Wed. - Sat. 10am - 5pm • Sun. Noon - 4 pm Masonic Cemetery. 100 E. Front St; 800-929-5905; 605 W. Main St. • Goreville • 618-995-9222 harrahsmetropolis.com Bremer’s Orchard Harrah’s features 28 table games www.countreepeddler.com 5446 Orchard Rd; 618-524-5783 staffed by friendly dealers ready Offering the finest peaches and to witness the winning as you Look for the windmill! nectarines in Southern Illinois. Come Out and Play all your favorite Open daylight to dark in July & table games, ranging from casino August. gambling classics like blackjack and roulette to variations like Let It Elijah P. Curtis Home Ride Bonus and Three Card Poker. 405 Market St; 618-524-7203 Conveniently located adjacent The Curtis Home, operated to the 258 room Harrah’s hotel now as a museum, was built in main lobby, the modern design, 1870 when Major Elijah P. Curtis single-level casino floor features returned to Metropolis from new slots, table games and a the Civil War. Open from 1 to 4 World Series of Poker room. Two p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. restaurants, a new lounge, three No admission is charged, but new bars and a live entertainment donations are welcome. stage on the property.

Fort Massac State Park Metropolis Farmer’s Market & Museum Every Saturday Farmers Market, 1308 East 5th St. (museum); 8 am to Noon, West 6th between 618-524-9321 Market & Ferry.

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JOHNSON COUNTY

Nestled in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest, Johnson County has beauty unsurpassed by any other county in the state. The Cache River State Natural Area features Heron Pond where wildlife and rare species of plants and animals are plentiful. Johnson County offers a multitude of outdoor recreation including climbing, diving, and bicycling opportunities. Vast areas throughout the national forest provide unlimited horseback and hiking trails. The River to River Trail follows 150-miles of some of the most beautiful scenery in the Midwest. (pg. 7) Bicyclists enjoy riding along the Bicentennial Trail, which is the national coast-to-coast trail established in 1976. Southernmost Illinois offers about 140 miles of the 4,200- plus mile trek with trails through Tunnel Hill and Goreville. An old railway converted bike path, the Tunnel Hill State Trail is a 55-mile trail winding through farmland, thick woods, lush wetlands and a tunnel for which it was named. It offers miles of cycling and hiking for all ages. Numerous lakes provide outstanding fishing, boating, and swimming. For the adventurer, Ferne Clyffe State Park and Ferne Clyffe State Park other natural areas offer scenic bluffs and caves for hours of exploration. If you just want to relax while enjoying the ‘great outdoors’, there’s a picnic table or park bench waiting for you at one of the many fine parks. During your visit to Johnson County, be sure to visit our quaint shops, historical sites and sample some of our home cooking and southern hospitality at local restaurants throughout our communities. (pg. 41)

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COMMUNITY EVENTS FOR 2019 Flea Market in the Park Saturday, May 4 Heather Treat Memorial Sunday, May 5 Duck Race heathertreatmemorial.org Freedom Fest Wednesday, July 4 Biking the Tunnel Hill Trail (pg. 41)

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outside and collect a Clark Kent or Superman Statue Lois Lane business card from a real- Superman Sq./Market St. & 5th St. life reporter. This famous 15-foot bronze figure overlooks the uptown area of Noel Neill ‘Lois Lane’ Statue the city and replaced the original 8th and Market Streets statue in 1993. Visitors enjoy having A near life-size statue of Ms. photos made with this famed “Man Neill, who portrayed Lois Lane of Steel.” Free admission. in television’s Adventures of Superman, is located just two MOUND CITY blocks north of her guardian super hero at 8th and Market. Civil War Bell Block 200 and Main St. Superman Cut-outs The bell was used as a lead off These fun and fantastic super hero bell for the Mississippi Squadron cut-outs can be found at several stationed here at the Marine ways stores and businesses around during the Civil War. A war trophy, town. Strike a pose, say cheese, the bell was also used as a and post to @HomeofSuperman school bell. on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter! #Metropolis Historical Marker: Mound City Marine Ways 4th and Main St. The site of the Mississippi Valley Marine Railway and Dock Company. Three ironclad ships were built in these shipyards in 1862, the USS Metropolis Lighthouse “Hope Light” Cairo, the USS Mound City and the USS Cincinnati. Metropolis, continued Metropolis Sports Park Metropolis Lighthouse Metropolis & 19th St; Historical Marker: United States “Hope Light” 618-524-1696 Military Hospital Front Street at Dorothy Miller Asphalted walking trail Block 315 and Main St. Park on the Ohio River. The only approximately 1/2 mile; Skateboard A large warehouse was converted lighthouse designed, built, and facility (only one of its kind in to a military hospital in 1861 and dedicated to the fight against the region) which requires safety staffed during the Civil War by the cancer stands thirty feet tall as helmet & pads. Other amenities Sisters of The Holy Cross. Following measured from the tower base include picnic tables, five baseball the Battle of Shiloh, 2200 Union to the top of the ventilator ball. It fields, six soccer fields, and batting and Confederate wounded were consists of a conical shaped, white cages. patients here. reinforced steel tower topped with a teal daymark band and Trout Pond at Fort Massac Mound City National open lantern room with an LED & Boat Ramps at Ohio River Cemetery & Visitor Center white-light ML-155 Marine Lantern. 618-524-4016 Jct. Hwy. 51 and 37 White LED security down-lights Boats may be launched at Fort Located on the National Register are installed in the lower daymark Massac State Park or at the foot of of Historic Places. A burial place band enclosure that lights up Market Street near Harrah’s Casino. for both Union and Confederate the tower from dusk to dawn. soldiers. 2,759 markers of Union The lighthouse is surrounded by SUPERMAN SITES soldiers read “unknown”. One is a circular walkway consisting of marked “Confederate Spy.” The concrete and personalized bricks. Kryptonite walkway is lined with markers Handicap accessible concrete A large Kryptonite meteorite is inscribed with verses from the walkways connect the lighthouse located on the southwest corner of famous poem “Bivouac of the to Dorothy Miller Park and to the Third and Ferry Streets. Super Museum Dead.” Soldiers from nearly every adjacent parking area. Superman Square; war are buried here. The grounds Metropolis Chamber 517 Market St; 618-524-5518 of the cemetery were purchased Metropolis Murals of Commerce supermuseum.com by the President, pursuant to an act Ferry & Market St, Downtown; 516 Market St; 618-524-2714 The Super Museum houses of Congress in 1862. The cemetery 877-424-5025 Visitors will enjoy Superman thousands of items related to the was formally dedicated in 1864. A series of six murals are painted memorabilia and photos of the Mythical Caped Hero from the A beautiful monument towers on buildings along Ferry Street days when Metropolis, Illinois Big Green Planet. The museum is majestically from the center of the and Market Street in downtown first became the “Official Home filled with a $2.5 million collection grounds, which was donated by Metropolis. Each mural reveals of Superman.” spanning 60 years, honoring the the State of Illinois and erected in a different story and makes our most famous hero of all time. 1874. The Saturday before each heritage come alive through Metropolis Planet Museum and gift shop open Memorial Day an elaborate service artistic renderings of local 111 E. Fifth St. seven days a week from 9 am - 6 is held here. The newly renovated historical events, and attached It’s not the Daily Planet, but it’s pm. Admission is charged for the Caretakers Lodge at the Mound City interpretive plaques describe the the real-life weekly newspaper for museum. Free admission to the National Cemetery provides Civil historical significance of each. Metropolis. See the Planet globe gift shop. War history and area information.

40 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 CENTRAL Region The Tunnel Hill State Trail

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About the Trail... At one time, the rumble of freight cars reverberated through the narrow tunnel. Wooden trestles, with their system of slant- ed supports and horizontal cross pieces, spanned numerous bluffs and creeks. Passengers in Pullman cars clocked the miles with these and other landmarks as they traveled one of southern Illinois’ most scenic routes. Today, the railroad is gone. The route, known as Tunnel Hill State Trail, remains. Tunnel Hill State Trail stretches for 55 miles from Eldorado to Karnak, with 2.5 miles being managed by the city of Harrisburg. The 9.3-mile section between Tunnel Hill and Vienna crosses trails already known to outdoor recre- ationists: the River-to-River Trail, which extends from the Mississippi to the Ohio River; the unmarked American Discovery Trail, which in southern Illinois follows back roads and some of the River-to-River Trail; the U.S. 76 Bicycle Route, a part of the TransAmerica Bike Route; and the Trail of Tears, the primary route the Cherokee Indian tribe took in the winter of 1838-39 during their forced move from the Great Smokies to Oklahoma. Twenty-three picturesque trestles along the completed sections of Tunnel Hill State Trail feature deck- ing and side rails, which entice trail users to stop. The trestles range in length from 34 to 450 feet. The longest in Breeden Trestle, which is also the highest at 90 feet. It is located 2 1/2 miles south of Tunnel Hill. The trail corridor, which var- ies from 40 to 200 feet in width, connects numerous communities: Karnak in Pulaski County; Belknap, Vienna, Tunnel Hill and New Burnside Tunnel Hill Trail Facilities in Johnson County; Stonefort in Tunnel Hill State Trail is a day-use trail, offering drinking Williamson and Saline counties; and water, privy toilets and parking at the access areas. Motorized Carrier Mills and Harrisburg in Saline vehicles, horses and hunting are not allowed on the trail. County. Each has parking areas from The site office for Tunnel Hill State Trail is located on State which hikers, runners and cyclists can Highway 146 on the east side of Vienna. access the trail.

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Massac County, with the Ohio River everyone. Great fishing can be at its doorstep, is rich in history. Fort found throughout the area, and Massac State Park is the first state award-winning scuba diving and park in the state. The fort was used diving instruction are available. in 1757 during the French and Indian Mermet Lake and a chain of lakes in War and served as a Customs Office the Unionville Bottoms are popular from 1799 to 1807. It was dismantled spots for fishing. Scenic rolling in 1814 and reconstructed in 1971- hills provide the perfect setting for 73 as a museum containing the fort’s those who enjoy hiking, camping, history, and renovated again in 2002. or horseback riding. Ducks, geese, Metropolis is the official Home of turkey, quail, and deer are plentiful in Superman and proudly honors its the area for those who enjoy hunting. favorite son with a 15-foot bronze For those seeking oddities, statue of America’s super hero right Metropolis is the burial place of the Diving a sunken plane at Mermet Springs in the middle of Superman Square. Bird Man of Alcatraz and John Marvin A statue of actress Noel Neil, posed Steele, the paratrooper who landed as Lois Lane, stands just two blocks on the church tower in Sainte-Mère- up the street from Superman Square. Église, France on D-Day. The Super Museum located in the Metropolis is known for its gaming heart of Metropolis on Superman entertainment and spectacular Square is home to the world’s events that draw visitors from near largest privately owned Superman and far. Harrah’s Metropolis Casino collection. There you will find original offers gaming entertainment. The costumes, movie props, toys, original annual Superman Celebration, artwork, posters, stills, games, statues, and the ASA Illinois Championship action figures and so much more Archery tournament, both in June, on display. This is a must for the and the Fort Massac Encampment Superman enthusiast! in October are three of the biggest Massac County has many outdoor events in the entire region. activities offering something for Visit: www.metropolistourism.com

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Superman Contestants at the annual Superman Celebration

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Mound City, continued practice facilities, bar and grill. the librarian across the street. for beginning canoeists and a great Old Channel Boat Access way to view wildlife. South of Mound City off Hwy 51; OLMSTED SIMPSON 618-634-2231 Cypress Creek National A new 70-foot concrete boat ramp Fisherman’s Bluff Recreation Bay Creek Ranch Wildlife Refuge and parking area, is located just Area & Boat Ramp Rt. 1 Box 189; 618-695-2670 I-57, Exit 18; Shawnee College Rd; south of Mound City off Highway Off St. Rt. 37 on Mill St, located Open year ‘round! Horseman’s Headquarters on Shawnee College 51. The fishing is good in the old on the Ohio River Scenic Byway; campground. Wooded RV & tent Campus; 618-634-2231 channel of the Cache River, where 618-742-6487 sites, restaurant, water, electric, Established June 26, 1990, in bluegill, bass, and crappie are New boat ramp with parking and dump station, showers, laundry the southernmost counties of caught. Part of the Cypress Creek picnic pavilion overlooking the Ohio facilities, restrooms. Guiding, Alexander, Johnson, Pulaski and National Wildlife Refuge, this access River just south of Lock & Dam 53. outfitting, stalls & pens available. Union, the Refuge purchase is available to all watercraft with less On the first Saturday in September it Hunters welcome! Direct access to boundary consists of 35,320 acres. than 10 horsepower engines. is host to the the annual Fisherman’s the Shawnee National Forest trails. A remarkable area for birding, Bluff Pro/Am Catfish Tournament. 1 Mile N of Glendale, Routes 145 hunting and walking nature MOUNDS & 147, 1 mile N on Cedar Grove trails, he Refuge is part of the Gore Monument Church Rd. Cache River Wetlands project, a African American Museum Northwest of Route 37 joint venture partnership which 216 N. Front St. The Concord Cemetery has a four- Dog Hollow Campground includes U.S. Fish and Wildlife Open 2-5 pm Saturday and Sunday. story high monument built in 1933 Rt. 1, Box 10; 618-647-2270, Service, The Nature Conservancy, Displays include exhibits of W.E.B. for E.B. Gore. A perfect pyramid 618-963-2625 Illinois Department of Natural DeBouis, one of the founders of stretches skyward topped by a Spectacular trail riding through the Resources and Ducks Unlimited. the NAACP and the first African lead ball. Shawnee National Forest. Nice, wide The Joint Venture partners strive American to earn a PhD from RV sites for a big family or just to to protect and restore the unique Harvard in 1896. Old Train Depot have extra room. Water, electricity natural features of this area, while Main Street (downtown); and sewer on every site. Located providing a diversity of recreational Egyptian Country Club 618-742-6487, 618-742-8296 Northeast of Delwood, IL - 2 miles off opportunities. 4880 US Hwy. 51; 618-745-6412 Built in 1872, the train service ran Route 145 on Road #404. egyptiancountryclub.com until the late 1960s. Today the depot Frank Bellrose Waterfowl Nine holes, multiple tee lengths. museum is open during special Livin’ Color Farms, Inc. Reserve lighted driving range and PGA events. For viewing other times, RR1, Box 221A; 618-695-3570 Off Perks Rd; 618-634-2231 staff available for lessons. Pro shop, visitors may contact village hall or Full facility broodmare/foal care. Dedicated to internationally-known Vet on call 24 hours. Open 24 waterfowl biologist Dr. Bellrose, hours year round. Imprinting this 1,000-acre reserve provides of foals available. 10x12 stalls, important habitat for wood ducks 10x24 broodmare stalls. Turnout and other waterfowl. Special and exercise available Overnight regulations apply to this area. Please Shawnee stabling available. We are listed call the Cypress Creek Wildlife in the ETA nationwide Overnight Refuge for group access. Community College Stabling Directory. Located east of Student Centered, Community Connected IL 145 on Glendale Road. Limekiln Slough Trail/Springs www.shawneecc.edu 618-634-3200 ULLIN (AREA) (The Nature Conservancy) I-57, Exit 18; Cache Chapel Rd; 618-634-2524 Brushy Unit Trail features the largest of the (Cypress Creek Wildlife Refuge) Limekiln Springs. See clear cold I-57, Exit 18; Rd. to Century High water flowing a short distance School, turn right on Mallard Ln; through cypress tree knees into 618-634-2231 the swamp (unless flooded). One This 320-acre wetland highlights of the several springs that maintain waterfowl, shorebirds, and a diversity water in the swamp during of wetland species and provides drought periods and that provide opportunities for hunting and special habitat for uncommon wildlife observation. aquatic species.

Cache Bayou Outfitters Lower Cache River 237 Dean Ln (along the Cache River); Canoe Trail 618-201-4090; (Cache River State Natural Area) whitecranecanoes.com Access is between Route 37 & Perks Canoe rental and tours on the Cache The 3.6 mile canoe trail is marked River near Perks. with international signs and takes the visitor to the Illinois champion Cache Boat Ramp bald cypress tree. The Lower Cache Exit 18, I-57 River swamp trail leads through the Come float in Illinois’ Bayou on the swamp paralleling Cypress Creek. Cache River among water tupelo It is an excellent trail for wildlife 8364 Shawnee College Rd. Ullin, IL 62992 and 1,000-year-old bald cypress observation, especially at dusk when with over 701 species of plants and the swamp comes alive with animals. The Cache River is perfect nocturnal noises.

44 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 CENTRAL Region Hunting Clubs Johnson Pulaski County County PULASKI Buzzard’s Roost Cache River Hunting 618-658-8951 Club COUNTY Illinois Trophy Hunts 618-845-9078 618-672-4755 Doctorman’s Cache Nestled between the Shawnee Springs Nature Trail. The Nature Samson’s Ridge Core National Forest on the west, and the Conservancy and Ducks Unlimited are 618-695-2825 Hunting Preserve Ohio River on the east, Pulaski County Samson’s Whitetail 618-845-3367 joined in the Cache River project. Mountain Kraatz Farms Goose is rich in river heritage and natural Thousands of migrating waterfowl 618-771-3992 Hunting Club beauty. Highlights of the history have made Pulaski County their 618-845-3694 include French and U.S. fortifications winter home making the Cache in the 1700’s and a major role played basin a hunter’s paradise. The Cache in the American Civil War in the River Wetlands Project contains 1800’s. The past links the present with 60,000 acres of beautiful forests the preservation of one of the most and wetlands. This area is a national diverse bioreserves in the nation, the resource creating prime opportunities Lower Cache River. for outdoor recreation and enjoyment. The Lower Cache Basin is home to Visitors enjoy canoeing down the the Cypress Creek National Wildlife Cache River among the bald cypress Refuge and the Cache River State and tupelo gum trees. Hunting, Natural Area. This area includes the fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing Frank Bellrose Waterfowl Reserve, the are also very popular throughout the Lower Cache Access Area and Limekiln Cache River area.

The Cache Wetlands offers great opportunities for winter eagle watching, as well as spotting other birds. The Cache River Wetland Center provides resource and identification materials to help you spot eagles and other birds in the area and along the rivers. (page 37) Mound City National Cemetery

Touring the Cache River Photo courtesy of Mark Denzer White Crane Canoe Rentals

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 45 Everything to Do and See VIENNA Quality instruction, teaching and compacted limestone screening. The existing structure was built training for hunters and jumpers as Vienna Community Park in 1869 and is still in use today. Cache River State Natural Area well as boarding. Lessons available Located on Rt 146, this park is Many of the early settlers of Pulaski 4 miles south of Vienna on Rt 45 all year round. The stable also hosts home to a totem pole carved County are laid to rest in the Totaling 14,791 acres in Johnson, many weekend special events. from a 100-year-old cedar tree adjoining cemetery. Massac and Pulaski counties. by Archie Russ. Faces on the pole Includes Little Black Slough, The Powell Museum and represent the seven different clans WHITEHILL dominated by bald cypress and Research Center of the Cherokee Nation. The base tupelo gum trees, Heron Pond, 404 West Vine St; 618-995-2068 represents the Cherokee seal, and The Henry N. Barkhausen with a floating boardwalk enabling Home of the Johnson County the flags represent the eight states Cache River Wetlands Center visitors to “get into the swamp” for Genealogical and Historical Society. the historically tragic “Trail of Tears” Jct Hwy 37 & Perks Rd; wildlife viewing and photogrpahy, Offers various displays regarding crossed. Park offers scenic picnic 618-657-2203 and Wildcat Bluff which contains the life and political career of areas and serves as the venue for The Wetlands Center contains trails that offer an overview of Paul Powell and displays of the the annual Car Show held the first 2,000 sq. ft. of exhibit area, a 725 the Cache River, its swamps and history and genealogy of Johnson weekend of October. sq. ft. audio visual room, 4 offices, floodplain forest. County. Open Wednesday, Friday lobby with an information station, and Saturday from 1pm-4 pm. Free Vienna Farmer’s Maket and a wildlife viewing area that Cedar Lake Ranch admission. Every Saturday & Wednesday, overlooks a wetland created on 2090 Gilead Church Rd; 8 am - 2 pm, Vienna Park. the north end of the building. The 618-695-2600; cedarlakeil.com Sandburn Junction Wetlands Center is linked to the Family-friendly 168 acre facility 490 Sanburn Ln, Vienna; George Rogers Clark Marker Tunnel Hill State bicycle trail which with a 25 acre private lake for 618.771.2825 From Vienna, travel South on Rt. is 45 miles to Harrisburg, Illinois, fishing and 200+ campsites with sandburnjunction.com 45 approximately 5 miles. Turn There is also a 2,600 ft. handicap water and electricity. Bordered on Bicycle rentals located in old post right on Belknap Blacktop. 1.2 hiking trail that has a wildlife two sides by the Shawnee National office and general store, one mile miles turn left on Foreman Ln. At viewing mound overlooking the Forest we offer immediate access south of the tunnel, right on the approximately 1 mile, the marker restored wetland of Cypress Creek. to hundreds of miles of scenic Tunnel Hill State trail. Snacks, ice is on the right near railroad tracks. Hosts many yearly activities. equestrian trails. We are also cream, primitive camping sites, The marked site of George Rogers within easy biking distance from green house and nursery. Hours Clark’s first encampment after he Section 8 Woods Nature the Tunnel Hill Bike Trail. are 8am-7pm in season. had captured Fort Massac and on Preserve his way to capture Fort Kaskaskia Whitehill, 4 miles south of Cypress Civil War Memorial Tunnel Hill State Trail and Fort Cahokia during the on IL Rt 37; 618-634-9678 and Millstones Rt. 146 in Vienna; 618-658-2168 Revolutionary War. A 450 ft boardwalk into a true Public Square Bicycling/hiking trail spans 34 Southern Cypress-Tupelo Swamp, Located on the lawn of the stately scenic miles from Harrisburg to VILLA RIDGE ending with a viewing platform of Johnson County Courthouse, ‘The Vienna, with an additional 13 miles the state champion water Tupelo Rebellion’ memorial pays tribute to connecting Vienna to Karnak. The Shiloh Baptist Church tree with a buttress circumference the 1,364 volunteers who took part trail then continues to the site Rt 51; 2 miles west of Villa Ridge of 22.5 feet. in the conflict from 1861-65. of the IDNR Cache River Wetland Historical church formed in 1817, Center. This Rails to Trails project one year before Illinois became a Every attempt has been made to High Meadows Stable is for day-use and offers drinking state. The congregation built a log verify these listings. Off Rt. 146, approx. 2 mi E of I-24; water, privy toilets and parking at structure in 1820 which was used Please call ahead for directions and 618-658-7681 the access areas. The trail surface is for church services and a school. hours of operation. Garden of the Gods Outpost Garden of the Gods and Rim Rock-Pounds Hollow Recreational area are two must see locations on the eastern side of the Shawnee National Forest of Southern Illinois. Now open, to enhance the visitor’s experience, is the Garden of the Gods Outpost right at the entrance of Garden of the Gods Road on Karbers Ridge Road. The Outpost is ready to serve you ice cream and to make your visit to Garden of the God’s in the Shawnee National Forest an extra special one! The Outpost offers souvenirs, including shirts, hats, mugs, shot glasses and postcards as well as a variety of snacks and soft drinks to quench your thirst after a day of hiking to spectacular views. Kayak rentals and guided hikes can also be arranged here. Located right across the street is Shawnee Forest Country’s own sasquatch. You won’t want to miss getting a photo with ‘Sassy’! (see back cover) facebook.com/gardenofthegodsoutpost

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EASTERN REGION GALLATIN / HARDIN / POPE / SALINE Drawn by the mighty Ohio River and the lush green forests along her shore, early Europeans settled in these Illinois Ozarks during the late 1700s. Today the quiet hills and river towns beckon visitors for a different kind of vacation. Little changed from the early years, this corner of southeastern Illinois offers a pleasant diversion for travelers seeking the road less traveled. This is a land of natural beauty unequaled anywhere in the state. Surrounded by the Shawnee National Forest, scenic roads guide you along the Ohio River and through rolling hills with mysterious hollows, rocky bluffs, curious rock formations and hardwood forests.

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CAVE-IN-ROCK by water thousands of years ago. Trails winding along the riverbank Cave-In-Rock Free Ferry offer views of riverboats, barges Ride the only Illinois ferry crossing and other river scenes. the Ohio River and view the lifestyle of our Kentucky Amish DIXON SPRINGS neighbors. Dixon Springs State Park Near Jct Hwy 146 and Hwy 145; 618-949-3394 The park offers a swimming pool, bathhouse and water slide with lifeguard on duty at all times. Picnic shelters, playgrounds, hiking trails and class B camping. The Chocolate Factory

Lake Glendale Off Hwy 145; 618-658-2111, Circle B Ranch Horseman’s River. Built in 1812, it is the oldest 618-638-8340 Campground operating hotel in Illinois. This 80-acre lake with swimming beach, 618-672-4748 or 815-288-5373 National Historic Site is owned boat launch, fishing, campgrounds, 13 Wooded RV campsites with by the State of Illinois and has hiking trails, and boat rental. 34 water, electricity & dump sta- undergone major renovation. campsites with electric, water and tion. Recreation building, modern 60 tent sites. bathrooms, phone, laundromat & EQUALITY wood burning stove. Open April - EDDYVILLE November. Bring your own horse. The Ohio River Visitors Center Guides available. In Pope county, 618-499-3801 Bear Branch Horse Resort off Rt. 145. Reservations required. The Ohio River Visitors Center is & Restaurant Restaurant 1 mile away. located on the corner of Lane and P. O. Box 40 Located 2 mi N of Calhoun. It is open seasonally, Eddyville on Rt 145; 618-672-4249 Hayes Canyon Campground April through October, daily 10 BearBranch.com Rt. 145 to Eddyville, 1 mile on AM-3 PM and Sundays 12-3 PM. Located just above Lusk Creek Main St. Rd; 618-672-4751 Canyon. Feed and Tack Store on hayescanyon.com GOLCONDA grounds. 80 campsites w/water, Shady sites with water, electrici- electricity, dump station, air con- ty, sewer, and horse pens (some IOOF Cemetery ditioning, shower, restrooms & covered) at your campsite. Clean Albert St. laundry facilities. Cabins & lodging restrooms and showers. Rental Civil War Heritage site. available. 40 covered stalls for hors- cabin. Wi-fi internet access at Buel House & Davidson Cabin Bell Smith Springs es. Guides available. Reservations camp store. Laundry. Restaurant recommended. one mile away. Hunters welcome. Columbus St; 618-683-3050 Open all year. This two-story log house has two Cave-In-Rock State Park Bell Smith Springs rooms on each floor, built in 1837, #1 New State Park Rd; 618-289- Off Hwy. 145; 618-658-2111 Millstone Bluff might possibly be linked to the 4325, 618-289-4545 (Lodge) Listed on the National Natural Hwy. 147, East of Robbs; tragic Trail of Tears. Sitting atop the high bluffs Landmarks, this area is known 618-658-2111 overlooking the scenic Ohio River, for its cold water springs and The site has remained relatively Burden Falls the heavily wooded park is named the region’s largest natural stone undisturbed because it is perched Off Hwy 145 near Delwood; for the 55-foot-wide cave that was bridge. on a high hill surrounded 618-658-2111 carved out of the limestone rock by an 80-foot high bluff. The Visitors can take a short hike to Mississippian period village is Burden Falls, where water tumbles thought to have been active for over rocky falls during the wet 500 years, ending about 500 years season. The falls area is the head ago. The trail leads to a Native of a meandering wilderness American cemetery, remains of stream strewn with cobblestones Gourmet Chocolates&Candies(boxedorbythe pound) a stone wall, and depressions that adventuresome hikers enjoy Hundreds of NoveltyDesigns•Fabulous Fudge excavated for buildings. The negotiating. GiftBaskets •GiftBoxes and More! highlights of the site are the petroglyphs (carvings in rock) of Coen Expeditions TM Across from DixonSprings State Park a thunder bird, rattle snake, and 618-264-8078 corn stalk in bloom. Hunting and fishing adventures. TOURS AVAILALE 618-949-3829 ELIZABETHTOWN Crabb-Abott Farm MADE Located on Rt. 146, Between Hound Ridge Rd; 618-949-3355 ON-SITE Vienna & Golconda The Historic Rose Hotel First segment of the Trail of Tears 92 Main St; 618-287-2872, in Illinois certified by the National WE Mon-Sat 9am-5pm www.thechocolatefactory.net 877-711-7088 Park Service and recognized SHIP! by the national Trail of Tears 990 St. Hwy 146, Golconda, IL This hotel sits peacefully on a bluff overlooking the beautiful Ohio Association.

48 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 EASTERN Shawnee National Forest Region Take a driving/walking/sampling tour of the Eastern Loop Tour Eastern side of the Shawnee National Forest.

TECUMSEH was the chief of the Shawnee, who CAVE-IN-ROCK – Return to Karber’s Ridge Road traded in salt and hunted these forests. He had (turn left) and proceed to Route 1 (turn right) wonderful values, and since the forest is named to the town of Cave-In-Rock. Once there, follow for his people, we think a visit to his statue at signs to the park that features the cave. You can Glen O. Jones Lake is a good first stop. (pg. 57) park high on a bluff overlooking the Ohio River and walk down to the cave, which is a good N 37° 41.506 W 088° 23.654 stone stair workout. If you want a lower impact 16S E 377076 N 4172531 way into the cave, park at the first parking area before the park, and take the Riverwalk. This is Above are GPS coordinates, but the following a mostly flat walk around the rocks and on the directions can be helpful. Take Route 45, towards scenic river for any fitness level. Harrisburg. Turn right and proceed to the outskirts of Harrisburg. Turn right at the junction N 37.46394 and W -88.16642 of 34 and 145, and watch for signs to Glen O. Jones Lake. Don’t miss the lake, because the sign WINE – Take a left out of The Chocolate Factory there says Saline County Conservation Area or FREE FERRY – Enjoy a free car ferry ride across parking lot to Route 145. There is an access Water District. Turn in right and follow smaller the Ohio River from Cave-In-Rock over to road to the left, but at the stop sign you will signs to see Tecumseh, and enjoy the beauty of Marion, Kentucky and back. The Ferry operates turn right. Continue on 145 to the town of this under-appreciated lake and park. 7 days a week from 6AM to 9:30PM. Glendale, and look for the blue signs to Hogg Hollow Winery. Call first: 618-695-WINE. At the CATFISH - From Cave-In-Rock take 146 to far end of Glendale (and it is a very small town), Elizabethtown (locals call it “E-Town”). At the foot take the last right turn, then again to the right, of the hill and on the Ohio River is a great catfish and look on the left for the vineyard and the restaurant called the E-Town River Restaurant Hogg Hollow sign. If you like sweet wines, try 618-287-2333. This place is sometimes called the Hog Wild or the new strawberry wine. If you “catfish barge,” and you will walk a gangplank prefer dry, try Vintner’s Choice, and there is to enter. The portions are huge, so if you are everything in between. Tastings are free, and not big eaters, share one order. You may want you will enjoy the owners, Steven and Debbie to go for the all-you-can-eat catfish dinner. Hogg, who will serve cheese and other snacks Unfortunately, this great eatery is not open in with the wine. winter (closes at Thanksgiving).

GARDEN OF THE GODS is over 320 million years old and covers more than 3,300 acres. You can follow signs from Glen O. Jones Lake to the Garden of the Gods by taking a right turn as you leave the park where you visited Tecumseh. If you go there first, continue on Route 34 to Karber’s Ridge Road (turn left), and continue to next up to the park entrance which will also be a left turn. Pass camping, horse areas, and go all the way to the parking area for the walking path. Look for interpretive signs. This GPS reading is not exact, but is for a GOLCONDA – Take 146 West to Golconda, and nearby campground drive by the courthouse. The town’s flat roofs and wide boulevard reminds some visitors of a N37°36.489’ W88°23.088’ “Wild West” town where an outlaw would call the sheriff out for a shoot-out. Drive up on the levee for a great view of the Ohio River, looking TRIGG TOWER –Take a right back on 145, but across to Kentucky. turn to the left at 147 toward Robbs. Just after you see the sign for Robbs, turn right on a CHOCOLATE – No trip to this side of the forest gravel road (this is Rushing Road but may not is complete without a visit to The Chocolate be marked). Continue until the road ends, and Factory 618-949-3829, but you will have to get turn right (Trigg Tower Road). Just after the there before closing time (Monday through turn, Trigg Tower is will be on your right. If it is Saturday 5 PM). Enjoy free samples, hand- still light, you can climb the steep tower. It is dipped ice cream, and hand-made chocolates the last fire observation tower in the country of every kind. Take 146 West to Dixon Springs. that can still be climbed, so it is a bit of a right Don’t eat too much chocolate all at once, but of passage. Many local couples have stolen a definitely buy some to take home and to bring kiss on top of Trigg Tower if you dare to follow back for your good friends! (see ad pg. 48) in their footsteps!

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Golconda, continued ceiling and to find the high water Outback Hunters Williams Hill Pass Deer Run Campground mark from the big flood. Sat. 618-949-3983 OHV/ATV Park P.O. Box 839; 618-683-8410 9am-3pm, Sun 1pm-3 pm. Outdoor hunting adventures. 1935 Peak Rd; 618-252-6978 Office State-approved campground 618-525-6061 Cell open year ‘round. 22 campsites Hi-Top Farm Pope County Courthouse williamshillpass.com with electricity, water & sewage 618-949-3883 Downtown Golconda; Williams Hill Pass offers off- at each site. Shower house & Fishing & Hunting. Farm ponds for 618-683-4466 highway vehicle (OHV) riding air-conditioned country rooms, Channel Cat, almost a sure catch! Built in 1872. opportunities for all ages and drive-thru hook-ups, quick 15 lbs. per person & $25 (limit of riding abilities. Surrounded by access to the Golconda Marina 60 lbs.) We also have cleaned cat- Smithland Lock & Dam a beautiful atmosphere and the and Smithland Pool on the Ohio fish fillets, steaks, nuggets & strips. Approx 20 mi south of Golconda; Shawnee National Forest. River with excellent fishing. Ice, 618-683-6702 or 618-683-6246 soda, etc. Located 2 miles south Hogg Hollow Winery World’s Largest twin navigational JUNCTION of Golconda, Illinois on blacktop From state Rd147 go south 1/2 mi locks system. The Smithland road. Hunters Welcome! on 145 turn East on Old Glendale Navigation Project is located Double M Campground Rd, go 1/4 mile, Glendale on the Ohio River at Mile 918.5 5320 Thacker Hollow Rd; First Presbyterian Church 618-695-WINE (9463) (river miles below Point Bridge, 618-275-4440 Oldest Presbyterian congregation hogghollowwinery.com Pittsburgh, PA) and 62.5 miles Exceptional trail riding in the in the state. Pope County’s first winery, family upstream of the confluence of the Shawnee Forest. Campground owned and operated, surrounded Ohio and Mississippi Rivers. The features cabins and a restaurant. Golconda Farmers Market by the scenic hills of the Shawnee locks are on the Illinois side of the April through October, Saturday National Forest and centered in the Ohio River. OLD morning 8am - 1pm, Golconda Shawnee Hills AVA. Planted their SHAWNEETOWN Court House lawn. first grapes in the spring of 2004, War Bluff Valley Wildlife opened the winery in thespring of Sanctuary 5-column bank at Golconda Marina 2005 built the tasting room and From Golconda, go north on Old Shawneetown State Rt. 146 N; 618-683-5875 lounge in the fall of 2006. Illinois Route 146 about 3 miles. Home of the first state chartered www.golcondamarina.com Turn left (west) on Bushwack bank in Illinois. The bank was The marina, on Lusk Creek at Lake Glendale Stables Road (the first gravel road opened in 1840. Salt production the Ohio river, has 206 slips and 201 A Lake Glendale Rd; after Eddyville Blacktop). Go from the Salines and land sales full docking facilities. A 2,200-ft. 618-949-3737 2.5 miles to the sanctuary sign; were the driving forces behind hiking trail goes from the marina Hourly to full-day rates. Overnight 618-457-6367 the accumulation of wealth in park to the Rauchfuss Hill picnic pack trips. Lunch and/or dinner NOTE: BUSHWACK ROAD HAS the then thriving river town. The area. Restrooms and concessions outings. Group rates - boarding. ONE AT-GRADE STREAM 1937 Ohio River Flood caused the area are handicapped-accessible. We will bring horses to your loca- CROSSING SUBJECT TO WASHING majority of the town’s residents Groceries and sundries are tion. Professional guides, beautiful OUT. This wildlife sanctuary is to move to New Shawneetown. available at the marina. Hours are scenery, cool wooded trails, wil- nestled in the uplands of the Stains from that flood can still be 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through derness areas. Open daily - Year Shawnee National Forest and seen just below the base of the Thursday; 6 a.m.-7 p.m. Friday round. Located in Pope County in supports mature oak-hickory top story windows. The Illinois through Sunday. Hours are the Lake Glendale Recreation Area. woods, river bottom forests, young Historic Preservation Agency has extended one hour later on forests and old field habitats. More been restoring the building since the weekends during the summer. Lock and Dam 51 than 530 types of plants, including the 1970’s. For directions call 618-683-9702 a rich variety of wildflowers and Historical Society Museum The only tower on the entire Ohio 20 types of ferns. Ten walking The Marshall House Corner of Main & Columbus St; River that is made in the likeness trails or tractor paths give access 618-269-3716 618-683-3050 of the Corps symbol. You can walk to all areas of the sanctuary. The first bank in Illinois Territory Beautifully restored building, down the stairs to the river to see is located along the levee in Old which houses many displays of life where the daily measurements HARRISBURG Shawneetown. Merchant John in Pope County and throughout were made. The old stones from Marshall recognized the need the area. Be sure to see the tin the dam are still there. Saline Creek Pioneer Village for a safe haven for the money and Museum carried by the salt traders from the

45 1 1600 South Feazel St.; Salines. Salt, the first industry in 618-253-7342 Illinois, was an extremely lucrative This fascinating pioneer village one. In l816 the bank had a capital A Century of Hospitality includes the original Saline of $300,000. At one point a guard

13 Welcome13 back to the award winning Mansion of County Pauper Farm (now a three- slept over the trap door which led Golconda, listed on the National Registry of Historic story museum), an old jail, an 1859 to a barrel in the basement where CarrieRr V EMills IE Places. The finest Victorian suites in the Shawnee one-room schoolhouse, the Cain the money was stored. In 1838 V 45 145 W 1 I await your visit. The grand Riverview Mansion Hotel Church, several 1800s log cabins, a the board of directors refused a 34 situated along the banks of the Ohio River in historic R downtown Golconda is the only inn with a restaurant barn and country store. $5,000 loan to Chicago saying that it was too far from Shawneetown Solomon Ln d and lounge on premise. The Fork 'n Cork features locally Herod Burden Falls R OzarMansionk Hotel raised bison and freshwater shrimp, lots of seafood and Tecumseh Statue to ever amount to anything. Visit 8 45 an ever-changing menu.1 The Levee Lounge has the This statue stands sentinel at the the museum to see a copy of legal 34 area's greatest selection of local craft beers and wines! Eddyville Eichorn Cave Hill trailhead in the Saline $3.00 and $7.00 bills issued by Eddyville R Trigg The highest biergarten deck in SoIL boasts fabulous Trigg Tower Rd 145 Tower County Fish and Wildlife Area, Simpson 147 views, summertime music and fall fun. the bank and the vault later used Glendale d Lake 146 home to Glen O. Jones Lake. The by the bank. The reconstructed Glendale

146 Dixon statue of Tecumseh is one of bank is open Sundays 1-4pm Springs [email protected] 146 Golconda only three known and is the only 24 www.golcondamansion.com from Mother’s Day to the end of bronze likeness. 222 S Columbus Ave., Golconda, IL 62938 • 618-683-2196 October.

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Gallatin County started off with salt processing at the Saline Spring and Half Moon Lick. The salt industry became a primary industry of the county and the state. When Illinois entered the Union in 1818 it was to enter the Union as a free state as established by the Northwest Ordinance. An exception to the exclusion of slavery was made in the Illinois Constitution for the area known as the Gallatin Salines. The growing new state needed the revenue from the salt wells. Historic Marker By 1812 the federal government had created the Shawneetown Land Office. Gallatin County was officially organized that year. It was the second county in the state after St. Clair county. Out of the county grew the present day counties of Saline, White, Franklin, Hamilton, Hardin, and parts of Pope and Williamson. After the 1937 flood of the Ohio River, Shawneetown was moved to a new location. Property there was recorded by Johnathan Boone, a brother of Daniel Boone. By the time Illinois became a state in 1818 the county was booming, it was the point of entry into the new land. The Ohio river provided easy access to this “Wild West.” For more information phone 618-499-380 or visit our website www.discoversoutheasternil.com

The Ohio River

Westwood Cemetery

Very first Bank of Illinois, chartered in 1817 in Old Shawneetown John Marshall House Museum

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 51 Experience the scenic wonders of the Illinois Ozarks Plan a visit now at illinoisozarks.com

Photo By: Rick Street Lodging Attractions & Activities Timber Ridge Cave-In-Rock Attractions and activities in area include hiking, fishing, hunting, swimming, biking, Outpost & Cabins State Park Lodge horseback riding, mountain biking, canoeing Karber’s Ridge . 618-264-9091 Cave-In-Rock . 618-289-4545 and an abundance of beautiful scenery: TimberRidgeOutpost.com caveinrockkaylors.com • Garden of the Gods • Lake Glendale Rim Rock’s Shawnee Forest Cabins • Rim Rock Trail • Lake Tecumseh Dogwood Cabins Karber’s Ridge . 618-751-9926 • Pounds Hollow Lake • Ohio River Free Ferry Karber’s Ridge . 618-264-6036 shawneeforestcabins.com • Cave-in-Rock State Park • Ohio River Scenic rimrocksdogwoodcabins.com • Burden Falls Byway Hilltop Hideaway • Jackson Falls • Old Shawneetown Historic Rose Hotel Herod . 618-527-6171 . 618-841-4008 • Bell Smith Springs • Old Stone Face Bed & Breakfast hilltophideawaylogcabinresort.com • Glen O Jones Lake • One Horse Gap Elizabethtown . 618-287-2872 Riverside Lodging • HIgh Knob • Pioneer Village historicrosehotel.com • Lusk Creek Harrisburg Elizabethtown . 618-285-6261 [email protected] • Iron Furnace • River to River Trail Cedar Hills River • Dixon Springs • Rose Hotel Historic Site

THOMAS PUBLISHING THOMAS Resort The Rock Inn Motel • Tower Rock • Rosiclare River Walk Elizabethtown . 618-308-2146 Cave in Rock . 618-926-6112 • American Discovery Trail • Shawnee Hills Scenic cedarhillriverresort.com therockinnmotel.com • American Fluorite Museum Byway Arrowhead Lodge Shawnee Home Place • Chief Tecumseh Memorial • Shawnee National Forest This Advertisement © 20013 Advertisement© This Elizabethtown . 618-287-8574 Elizabethtown . 618-313-0203 • Dixon Springs State Park • Tunnel Hill Bike Trail [email protected] shawneehomeplace.com • Ky Amish Country • Whoopie Cat Lake

For more information, call at 618-499-9629 or email [email protected] EASTERN Region Explore the Illinois Ozarks in Scenic HARDIN COUNTY Drawn by the mighty Ohio River early years, this corner of southeastern and the lush green forests along her Illinois offers a pleasant diversion shore, early Europeans settled in these for travelers seeking the road less Illinois Ozarks during the late 1700s. traveled. She may truly represent one Today the quiet hills and river towns of Illinois’ most amazing areas. beckon visitors for a different kind Tired of driving? Hike our many of vacation. Little changed from the trails, go for a swim in the ‘ol swimming Garden of the Gods hole, ride horseback, fish for the one that didn’t get away, picnic in one of our many parks, explore treasures in antique shops, enjoy the breathtaking vistas of nature, bike ride, or watch a river barge work its way against current. You can also ride the only remaining Illinois Ferry operating the Ohio River. Do you enjoy history? Retrace the steps of Davy Crockett. Learn of pirates and counterfeiters . . . and murder. See an old Illinois Iron Furnace from the 1800s. Collect a bit of fluorspar, the Illinois state mineral. From historic caves to stately mansions, the historic river towns are full of surprises. Here the hills and hollows are reminders of earlier days . . . where families span generations, the neighborhoods make you feel welcome, and the pace can be your own. www.illinoisozarks.com. Cave-in-Rock State Park

Hiking Ox Lot Cave at Rim Rock Trail Pounds Hollow Lake Recreation Area

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 53 35 foot Good Shepherd Statue

Visitor Center & Gift Shop Open Daily Phone Direct (618) 285-3507 Located in Guest Information Southern Illinois 1-800-716-1558 on the Ohio River www.sandamianoretreat.com Scenic Byway, San Damiano is Our 225 foot bluff above the ohio River offers the perfect place incredible bird’s eye views of the Ohio River. to visit that is not too far away!

200 Acres of scenic and Best wedding venue in Southern Illinois! spiritual trails! EASTERN Region POPE COUNTY Where could you find waterfalls, route 146, which marks the Cherokee’s canyons, spectacular forests, creeks, Trail of Tears. Native Americans here lakes, a mighty river, vineyards, still celebrate their rich culture in amazing starscapes and wildlife? Such programs and festivals to which wonders abound in Africa, Australia, the public is invited. Hunters and Brazil or Hawaii, but could you imagine fisherman find plentiful game and all this can be found in Pope County, catch throughout Pope County. Illinois? Fresh-water shrimp and white-tail The Annual Golconda Shrimp Festival In the Spring, pursue waterfalls deer harvests are marked by festivals at Jackson Falls and Burden Falls. in Golconda. Golconda Marina is Descend a stone staircase into gateway to the Smithland Pool area of Bellsmith Springs’ canyon or cross the Ohio River with 206 slips. The ease a natural stone bridge, where of eloping here makes Pope County everywhere there is the music of a preferred wedding destination. water. The best rock-climbing in the Couples get marriage licenses at state is just 1.6 miles out of Ozark. the historic courthouse one day and Campgrounds, rustic cabins, stables, marry the next on waterways on and horse trails await in Eddyville, horseback, under waterfalls, or in other Illinois’ trail-riding capital and host of imaginative venues. On down the Ohio the 9-day encampment. Lusk Creek River National Scenic Byway, Bay City is Canyon features a 100-foot gorge a sportsman’s paradise that was once a and is rated by American Whitewater movie location. Rafting as a class 1-111 section. In Being a sparsely populated county Glendale visit Pope County’s first with vast forested areas and little vineyard on the Southern Illinois Wine artificial light, the stars feel closer here. Trail and experience nature and water Constellations are easily identifiable, sports at Lake Glendale. and some feel the Earth move when Dixon Springs State Park’s 801 viewing our night skies. Visit Pope acres feature a modern swimming County and see for yourself. You will pool, bathhouse, and water slides. not believe you are in Illinois, but Taste mouth-watering chocolates on seeing is believing! Horseback riding Hayes Canyon Loop Trail

Annual Golconda Car Show Strolling Golconda Marina

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 55 Garden of the Gods Country Saline County www.visitsalinecounty.com

GATEWAY TO THE SHAWNEE NATIONAL FOREST ★ ILLINOIS

Garden of the Gods Saline Creek Pioneer Village and Museum One of the most A pioneer village with photographed locations authentic log cabins moved in the Midwest, featuring from their original locations, magnificent rock a log thrashing barn, one formations overlooking room school house, church hills and valleys in the and other building, including a re-created pioneer block Garden of the Gods house. It is also the site of the Wilderness area. Accessible Saline County Historical Society’s by a paved observation trail. The museum housed in the former “County iconic Camel Rock is featured on the Illinois Quarter of Pauper House.” The building is on the Nation Register of the America the Beautiful quarter series. Historic Places.

Old Stone Face Glen O. Jones Lake

Saline County’s own Located in the Saline County State Fish iconic “old man & Wildlife Area. 105 on the mountain.” acre lake with fishing, Located on a scenic hunting, boating, tent bluff overlooking the and trailer camping, Saline River Valley. hiking and other outdoor Accessible by foot trail activities. A life size bronze from parking area. statue of the Shawnee Chief Tecumseh is also located at the lake.

City of Harrisburg Sahara Woods County seat and a regional State Fish & shopping center with stores, restaurants and Wildlife Area lodging to meet the needs of any tourist. Home of A hunting and fishing Shawnee National Forest gem located on 4,100 Headquarters, Saline Creek acres of woods with Pioneer Village and Museum, numerous lakes and ponds and Saline County Genealogy located north of Carrier Mills. A Society Library. Harrisburg is the northern trail head of the Tunnel Hill State Bicycle Trail sportsman’s paradise. stretching 45 miles from Harrisburg to Karnak. EASTERN Region SALINE COUNTY Welcome to Saline County and Southeastern Illinois, Garden of the Gods Country. This area is rich in recreation, scenic attractions, and pioneer history. While here, visit Garden of the Gods, Saline Creek Pioneer Village and Museum (circa 1840), the only Bronze Statue of Tecumseh at Glen O. Jones Lake, the Stone Face, and fascinating woodland hideaways in the Shawnee Forest. Every highway in this area is a scenic drive in itself. There are true stories, hard to imagine around every curve, and plenty of natural beauty. Visit one of the best kept secrets in the Midwest...or even the United States. www.visitsalinecounty.com Sahara Woods State Fish & Wildlife Area Sahara Woods, a portion of the Saline County Fish and Wildlife Area, is a hunting and fishing gem nestled in the woods just north of Carrier Mills. The 4,001-acre property was donated to Illinois Department of Natural Resources by Sahara Coal Company in 1998 and after an extensive reclamation program was opened to the public on July 7, 2011. The site has numerous lakes and ponds; Sahara offers a little of something to appeal to any angler. The two largest lakes, Sahara and Final Cut comprise 100 and 20 acres respectively, but with over 275 acres of total waters there are many small but productive ponds accessible only by foot. Sahara and Final Cut lakes are both equipped with boat launches, piers and Tecumseh Statue at Glen O. Jones Lake bathroom facilities. Swimming is not allowed in any lake or pond on the site. All the lakes and ponds are open to boats, canoes, kayaks, and angling tubes meeting state regulations with the stipulation that vehicles are not used to back up to the edges of lakes and ponds to launch watercraft. Catfish, crappie, bass, bluegill and red-ear can be found in the waters of Sahara Woods with catfish restocked regularly. A very good way to get an overview of the locations of lakes and ponds is to use a satellite or aerial imaging application which provides aerial photos of Sahara Woods. Sahara Woods is open for archery deer hunting, firearm doe hunting, upland game hunting, turkey and fur bearer hunting in season. In November, half the park briefly closes and is reserved for a special deer hunt for terminally-ill youth. Sahara Woods boasts a plentiful deer and turkey population, as well as numerous flocks of Quail. Mushroom picking, hiking, and picnicking are allowed, though as yet there are no picnic facilities available. Sahara Woods is well worth a visit and whether visitors are fishing, hunting or just observing wildlife they will experience a very nice taste of rural Southern Illinois.

Sahara Lake

Hiking Stone Face, near Harrisburg

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Outdoor Opportunities for the Disabled The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is committed to providing greater access and more programs for persons with disabilities. The IDNR’s goal is to make it easier for disabled persons to hunt, fish, and pursue outdoor activities. In 1999, the IDNR addressed these issues establishing a new program entitled, “Disabled Outdoor Opportunities.” Disabled hunters can participate in deer, pheasant, waterfowl, and dove hunting at various sites throughtout Illinois. A number of fishing events are held each year as well. 618) 949-3305 • TTY (217) 782-9175 • dnr.illinois.gov

KARBER’S RIDGE choice of continuing the loop was the largest fluorspar-producing SHELTERVILLE on top or descending down area in the United States. Garden of the Gods staircases which squeeze you San Damiano Karbers Ridge Rd, off Hwy 34; thru moss-covered rock walls, Illinois Iron Furnace Be inspired by this place of rest, 618-658-2111 mazes, and to “ox-lot” cave. North of Rosiclare, off Hwy 146: relaxation, recreation and retreat. Listed in USA Today as one of 10 618-658-2111 Enjoy the peaceful gardens and great places to photograph, rock OZARK On the National Register of vistas overlooking the Ohio River. formations are awesome, hiking is Historic Places, step back in time spectacular. Camel Rock is on the Jackson Falls to Civil War days when “pig-iron” SIMPSON 2016 Illinois quarter. Glenn Falls Rd; 618-658-2111 was smelted in the first charcoal- Jackson Falls is probably Southern fired iron furnace in Illinois. Iron Buffalo on the Rock Pounds Hollow Lake Illinois’ finest sport climbing area ore mined from the nearby hills North on Simpson Rd off Rt 147 Karbers Ridge Road, off Hwy 1; and one of the Midwest hot spots was mixed with charcoal and Indians were responsible for the 618-658-2111 offering approx. 60 climbs along smelted down to “pigs.” These outline of the buffalo on the side 28-acre forest lake with fishing, the bluffs and boulders. The Falls’ were then shipped to Mounds of the sandstone cliff. The trail to swimming beach, hiking, and 35 sandstone is really featured and during the Civil War and were the rock passes through a beautiful campsites - 13 with electric. offers slopers, pockets, crimps and used in constructing the Union forest dominated by beech and jugs. The climbs are 50-60 feet in ironclad boats used to keep the sugar maple trees. In the spring, Rim Rock Recreation height and a lot of them are on rivers clear during the Civil War. thousands of wildflowers cover the Area Trail free-standing towers. forest floor. Located on Karbers Ridge Rd, Rosiclare River Walk off Hwy 1; 618-658-2111 ROSICLARE Located in the Rosiclare City Park, Trigg Tower Wooden bridges and stone steps the River Walk offers spectacular Off Rt 147; 618-658-2111 make the trail easy to negotiate. American Fluorite Museum views of the Ohio River and One of the last remaining fire Hiking along the top offers Main St; 618-285-3513 entertainment for the entire family. watch towers in Southernmost continual views of ravines and Discover the Illinois State Mineral, The walk is handicapped accessible Illinois. The area around the tower the surrounding forest. At the “Fluorspar.” Learn of its history, with benches for those who want has extensive hiker/equestrian midway point, you will have a production, and uses. Hardin County to rest and enjoy the view. trails and numerous country roads for bicycling. STONEFORT

Little Creek Archery 2 miles n of Eddyville, W of 145; 618-672-4316 Feaures archery ranges. Dealer for Clearwater Bows, other makes available. Call for detailed directions and hours.

Every attempt has been made to verify these listings. Please call ahead for directions and hours of operation. Visit southernmostillinois.com for additional listings Fluorspar, American Fluorite Museum not available at press time.

58 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 Here is a sampling of some festivals and events in the area. For more area events see: 2019 Calendar of Events southernmostillinois.com Rain or shine, from 10am-6pm. U-pick your own fresh lavender bundles 5-6 Heritage Festival & Duck from nine blooming lavender Races on the Ohio, Elizabethtown. FEBRUARY refreshments. 618-893-2344 varieties. Lavender plants and Fireman’s BBQ, Outdoor play, pageant, www.baldknobcross.com lavender lemonade also available. quilt demonstrations, entertainment 23-24 Maple Syrup Festival [email protected] & Fireworks. www.hardincountyil.org and Pancake Breakfast at Touch 28 Blessing of the bikes, Bald Knob of Nature. A family-fun event, Cross off Hwy. 127, Alto Pass, 6am to 1 Lusk Creek BBQ Festival 11-14 River to River Yard Sales. 9am to pm. Learn the process 7pm. Special message at 1pm, roadkill downtown Golconda. Bands, beer Along Hwy 146 from Cave In Rock to of making maple syrup from the stew & chili served at 2pm. 618-201- tent, teams competing for awards. East Cape. woods to the kitchen. Maple 3229. www.baldknobcross.com For information 618-969-8800 or syrup demonstrations, interpretive 618-683-6246. 29-31 Superman Classic Archery hikes, blacksmith, hide tanning, silk 28 Bless Fest, 12-7 pm Head up Tournament. 9am to 6pm daily. embroidery, furniture making, and to Bald Knob Cross for the annual $20.00 registration fee for all three local artisans and vendors. A home- ‘Blessing of the Bikes’ and then join days of shooting. Children under 15, cooked pancake breakfast served us in downtown Alto Pass for ‘Bless shoot for free. Mermet Lake Fish & with harvested maple syrup both Fest’! Live music at the winery, as Wildlife Area, off US Hwy. 45, 11 miles days. 618-453-1121 or ton.siu.edu. well. More at www.altovineyards.net north of Metropolis. 3-D archery tournament for men, women and children. Mermet Lake Fish & Wildlife MAY Area, 618-524-4712. www.metropolistourism.com 4-5 Shawnee Hills Pottery Trail, a once a year shared pottery 27-Aug 4 Nine Day Trail ride, near experience. Everyone is invited to One Horse Gap Lake. Horse riders spend some time exploring the 6-9 Superman Celebration, Uptown come from all over to enjoy the Southern Illinois landscape and Metropolis. Superman visits with trails and camping in Pope County. the diverse group of potters that fans from around the world. Comic art Activities for all ages, horse shows, make this area home. Each potter gallery, fan films, celebrity appearances, riding competitions and music. will be available for answering Superman Road Race, Super Trek Bike 618-683-2105 questions and of course, showing Ride, kids games, live music, costume MARCH their work. Some potters will have contest, carnival and lots more. Most studio tours, while others may have events are free. 800-949-5740 2-3 Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - special activities or demonstrations www.supermancelebration.net Wine & Food Pairing Weekend. planned. A family friendly All 11 wineries on the Shawnee Hills event that promises to be a fun 8-9 Massiac Marines, French Wine Trail have paired up to create a and pleasant time for all. http:// and Indian War period reenactors wonderful weekend of savory wine potterstrail.wix.com/pottery-trail present a living history program and cheese pairings. We invite you at Fort Massac, Metropolis. 10 to 4. to join us for a progressive tasting Reenactors will be demonstrating along the trail and enhance your a variety of 18th century children’s appreciation and enjoyment of our and tavern games. Visitors are wines paired with delicious samples. encouraged to join in! 618-524-9321 www.shawneewinetrail.com AUGUST 7-8 Sixth Annual Annabelle 16 St. Patrick’s Day Festival Festival features classic car show 1-4 ASA Pro/Am Archery Downtown Murphysboro, Events (June 7, evening), Annabelle Tournament, Mermet Lake Fish including 5K Run, Parade, Kid’s Fair, hydrangea sales (June 8), fun & Wildlife Area, off US Hwy. 45, Craft Beer Tastings. children’s area, live music, vendors and 11 miles north of Metropolis. 3-D www.murphysborochamber.com more. Downtown Anna. dmac7988@ archery tournament for men, women gmail.com or 618-697-1310 and children. Spectators free. www. asaarchery.com Mermet Lake Fish & APRIL 25 Memorial Day Service (Pulaski 9 Super Car Show. Cars and trucks Wildlife Area. 618-524-4712 Co) Mounds City National Cemetery, are polished to perfection and 10am. This elaborate service consists 13 River to River Relay (From fill Fort Massac State Park for the 2-3 Cobden Peach Festival of the National Anthem, Pledge of Mississippi River to Ohio River) popular show. Free. 800-949-5740. Sponsored by the Cobden Lions Club, Allegiance, lowering of the Flag, Daylight to dusk. A road race for Invocation, Civil War Re-enactors, features carnival rides and games, teams of 8 runners, each runs 3 legs Guest Speakers, Laying of the Wreath, Peach Queen Contest, homemade of approx. 3 miles for a total distance Benediction, rifle and cannon salute, food and peach cobbler, 5K run/walk of 80 miles. http://rrr.olm.net/ and Taps. 618-748-9041 and parade on Sat. Free admission. 618-893-2425 27 Memorial Day Celebrations in Equality (American Legion), 3-4 Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - Ridgway (VFW and American Legion), Wine & Food Pairing Weekend. All Shawneetown (American Legion) 11 wineries of the Shawnee Hills www.discoversoutheasternil.com Wine Trail have paired up to create a wonderful weekend of savory and 30-June 1 Old Settlers Days, seasonal wine and food pairings. We Galatia, IL. Carnival rides, Music invite you to join us for a progressive and entertainment, flea market. JULY tasting along the trail and enhance 618-926-4661 your appreciation and enjoyment 4 Freedom Fest, Goreville park. of our wines paired with delicious JUNE Freedom Run/Walk 5K Race, Parade samples. www.shawneewinetrail.com 21 Easter Sunrise Service, at 4pm music & other entertainment, Bald Knob Mountain, Alto Pass. TBA U-Pick Lavender at Shawnee BBQ and other food, fireworks at 18-24 Union County Fair, Annual Easter Service held at the Hills Lavender Farm, 480 Brown 9pm. 618-995-2157. Fairgrounds, Anna. 111 foot Bald Knob Cross, music & Section Rd, Cobden. 618-534-4659 http://gorevillefreedomfest.com/ https://www.unioncountyfair.net/

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 59 For more area festivals and events see: 2019 Calendar of Events southernmostillinois.com SEPTEMBER Handmade items! Big Blue’s Que, festive cards, jewelry, and more. So shopping, along with our fresh- get your Christmas list and come find 7 Riverside Art, Wine & Blues picked apples, apple cider donuts a gift for your family and friends and Festival – Riverside Park, and cider slushes will make for a support the artists and crafters. Make Murphysboro. Always the first great fall junkin’ atmosphere around a FREE Christmas ornament at the Saturday after Labor Day, multiple our pumpkin patch! There will be an Anna Arts Center booth. Everyone is Illinois wineries, Fine Arts Vendors, outdoor photo booth in the patch invited – kids of all ages! Anna Arts Food , Music. Check Facebook to help you remember Fall Market Center, 117 W. Davie St. Anna. 618- page for more information. Day! $2 Admission -with half going to 833-6525 to reserve a space or get www.murphysborochamber.com help support Bald Knob Cross. information. www.rendlemanorchards.com 30 Reindeer Run 5K, 8 a.m. 19-20 Vulture Fest. Makanda. options include 15, 30, 45, 62 and 100 Sponsored by the Anna Arts Center villageofmakanda.com miles that wind through Horseshoe and the Rising Up for Change Lake and the Shawnee National Coalition. Contact Lee at vabchlee@ Forest. Unique rest stops provide free gmail.com for Registration Form. food and drink to registered riders all along the way. 618-776-5893 DECEMBER www.tourdeshawnee.com 7 ‘Christmas in the Village’ - NOVEMBER Cobden. Santa Claus, strolling carolers, surrey rides, piñatas, 2-3 Shawnee Hills Wine Trail - Wine Christmas Bazaars and lighting 11-14 Murphysboro Apple & Food Pairing Weekend. All 11 of the village tree. 5K run & walk, Festival. Daily Entertainment, Food, wineries of the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail along with other activities and Music, Parade, Carnival, car show have paired up to create a wonderful entertainment. 618-893-2425 and arts and craft fair. 618-684-3200 weekend of savory and seasonal wine www.southernmostillinois.com www.murphysboro.com 19-20 Annual Fort Massac and food pairings. We invite you Encampment, Ft. Massac State to join us for a progressive tasting 14 Annual Shrimp Festival - Park, Metropolis. 10am to 5pm daily. along the trail and enhance your Downtown Golconda. Military and civilian craft activities appreciation and enjoyment of our Noon - 10:00 pm, Helicopter & carriage and demonstrations. Both days begin wines paired with delicious samples. rides. Shrimp cooked more ways than with a post of colors. Highlights www.shawneewinetrail.com you can imagine, beer & wine tent and include mock battles and tactical lots more. 618-683-6246 demonstrations, voyagers, traders, 9 Tunnel Hill 100 mile Run. www.mainstreetgolconda.org craftsman, children’s games, music Flat, fast course on the incredibly and period food and dress. Free scenic Tunnel Hill State trail, Vienna. 19-21 Praise the Lard admission. 618-524-4712 Includes a 50-mile option. www. Murphysboro Barbecue Cook- durbinracemanagement.com off. The Warehouse, 214 N. 17th Street, Murphysboro. Watch 90 teams 11 Veterans Day Parade - Anna, 8 P.A.S.T. Presents “Carols at Early from around the world vie for top from the city park entrance on Davie Candlelight” 4:00 p.m. at Historic St. awards at the 29th annual cook-off. St and follows Main St to Jefferson St. Anne’s, 507 South Main St. in Anna. Events include a Steak Cook-off, Kids’ and back to the park. 618-833-5182. Free. Parking behind Stinson Library. Que, fish fry, grand champion buffet, Quaint 1886 church also available and live music each night, as well as a 21-23 Deer Festival - Golconda. to rent for special events. market area with a variety of vendors. Parade on Sat. 1 p.m, Deer Queen Call 618-833-9441 or 618-833-6989. eat17bbq.com, 618-684-8902 coronation Fri. night, vendors and www.pastonline.org food. 618-683-6723 or 9702. 21 Frontier Day - Cave In Rock. www.mainstreetgolconda.org Parade, car show, pageant, music & variety show. www.hardincountyil.org 29-30 Holiday Open Houses 26 Kincaid Mounds Archaeology along the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail. OCTOBER Field Day, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 www.shawneewinetrail.com p.m at Kincaid Mounds. Formal 4-5 Fluorspar Festival - Rosiclare. presentations on the Mississippian Parade, carnival, quilt show, pageant Culture and results of excavations & food. Car show on Saturdday. by SIU-Summer Field Schools will www.hardincountyil.org begin at 10:00 a.m., at 12:00 noon, and at 2:00 p.m. There will be 12 Pickin’ at the Patch - Fall artifact displays, information tables, Market Day. 9:00am - 4:00pm. There and a walking tour to Mound 8. The 7-8 Massiac Marines, French and will be creative vendors of Vintage, program is free and restroom facility Indian War period reenactors present Primitives, Rust & Junk, Antique and available, but no refreshment sold. a living history program at Fort Kincaid Mounds is located 10 miles Massac, Metropolis. 10 to 4. 618-524- east of Brookport, Illinois. From the 9321 Reenactors will be preparing for northern edge of Brookport on Route the Old Tyme Christmas celebration 45, turn east on Unionville Road, go 30 Christmas in Downtown Anna, on Sunday, December 8th. 6.26 miles to New Cut Road, then Carolers, Santa, Shopping, Movies, turn south and travel 3.6 miles Reindeer 5K Run, Huge Craft Fair at 8 Old Fashioned Christmas event to the Kincaid Mounds Road. AJ gym, lighting of the Tree https:// held at the John Marshall Home/Bank www.kincaidmounds.com www.facebook.com/Annaillinois Museum from 1pm to 4pm.

26 Tour de Shawnee Bike Ride. 30 Anna Arts Center Holiday Every attempt has been made to The best little ride in the Midwest Bazaar. 10 AM to 5 PM, Come find verify these listings. starts in Olive Branch, Illinois at that unique gift. Art work, stain glass, Please call ahead for directions the Community Center at 8 AM. Route knives with deer horn handles, quilts, and hours of operation. 60 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 ACCOMMODATIONS Where to Stay Accommodation Types: B = Bed & Breakfasts C = Cabins/Cottages H = Hotels/Motels L = Lodges V = Vacation Rental COBDEN (WESTERN REGION) Symbols: Internet Wheelchair Access Pet Friendly Child Friendly BRUCE GOFF-CASTLE B&B ACCOMMO. TYPE ACCOMMO. # OF UNITS TUB POOL / HOT BREAKFAST KITCHEN www.brucegoff-castle-bandb.com 618-893-4716 B 1 • ALTO PASS (WESTERN REGION) THE CABIN AT MOUNTAIN GLEN C 2 ALTO WINE TRAIL LOFT www.winetrailcabins.com 618-833-5807 • • www.altowinetrailloft.com 618-698-7474 C 2 • CREEKSIDE CABIN 618-893-4506 C 2 ALTO GUEST HOUSE • C 1 CYPRESS GROVE LODGE www.altoguesthouse.com 618-893-2423 • • www.cypressgrovelodge.com 618-529-9313 C 1 • • BETTY’S VINEYARD HOUSE LA COLINA LINDA FARM & B&B 618-559-1059 www.bettysvineyardhouse.com 618-697-0587 V 1 • www.facebook.com/lclbbfarm 618-967-8958 C 2 • • BIG SKY CABIN C 1 RUSTLE HILL CABINS www.bigskycabins.com 618-698-7474 • www.rustlehillwinery.com 618-893-2700 C 5 • CAVE CREEK CABINS C 2 SHAWNEE HILL B&B www.cavecreekcabins.com 618-214-0524 • www.shawneehillbb.com 618-893-2211 B 3 • HAVISHAM HOUSE & COTTAGE V 2 SKYLINE VIEW CABINS 618-893-1483 http://havishamhouse.com/ 866-495-6020 • www.skylineviewcabins.com 618-534-9413 C 2 • HUTCHINS CREEK CABIN C 1 WATER VALLEY INN V 1 https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/19926261 217-840-3057 • www.1watervalleyinn.com 618-534-2244 • OLD MILL INN B 3 WINDY HILL ACRES INN www.oldmillinncafebandb.com 618-697-5860 • www.windyhillacresinn.com 618-893-4065 C 2 • PEACH BARN SUITE B 1 www.peachbarn.com.com 618-893-4923 WINE COUNTRY COTTAGE C 1 www.wccottage.com 618-534-0318 • • • THE STABLEHOUSE 213-712-3274 C 1 www.thestablehouse.com 618-893-1425 • • DE SOTO VON JAKOB B&B 618-893-4500 SOUTHERN WYNDS LOG HOME/CABINS B 5 C 2 www.vonjakobvineyard.com 618-893-4600 • • www.southernwynds.com 618-319-3575 • AVA JONESBORO LOST TRAIL CABINS C 3 BROWNS HUNTING LODGE 618-833-2096 L 1 www.losttrailcabins.com 618-426-3721 • • DOC’S LAKESIDE CABIN ANNA www.docslakesidecabin.com 618-697-1019 C 1 • • DAVIE SCHOOL INN B 11 HIDDEN LAKE GUEST HOUSE www.davieschoolinn.com 618-833-2377 • B 3 www.hiddenlakebb.com 618-833-5252 • THE GODDARD PLACE C 1 www.thegoddardplace.com 618-697-7526 • LINCOLN MOTEL 618-833-2181 H 20 • PLAZA MOTEL 618-833-5215 H 15 RUSTIC HIDEAWAY CABINS www.rustichideawaycabins.com 618-534-0481 C 2 SUPER 8 618-833-1888 H 43 • • • • TIMBER RIDGE INN 618-528-2400 CAIRO C 2 • QUALITY INN 618- 833-8779 www.qualityinn.com 618-734-0215 H 31 MAKANDA ASHTON RIDGE CABINS (RURAL) CARBONDALE C 1 CABIN BY THE POND www.ashtonridgecabins.com 618-319-4769 • C 4 www.cabinbythepond.com 618-924-3100 • BLUE SKY VINEYARD B 2 www.blueskyvineyard.com 618-995-WINE • CABINS ON INDIAN CREEK C 5 www.cabinsonindiancreek.com 618-525-8000 • • CABINS AT STONE CREEK C 11 www.cabinsatstonecreek.com 618-351-4653 • CABIN ON THE HILL C 3 www.cabinonthehill.com 618-529-5667 • • DEVIL’S KITCHEN CABINS 866-549-4235 C 2 DUTCH RIDGE CABINS www.devilskitchencabins.com 618-549-4235 • • C 1 www.dutchridgecabins.com 618-534-7938 • • FIREFLY VALLEY C 1 • KITE HILL VINEYARDS B&B www.fireflyvalleysi.com 618-694-5162 B 2 www.kitehillvineyards.com 618-683-5072 • GIANT CITY LODGE L, C 34 www.giantcitylodge.com 618-457-4921 • • • TOM CAT HILL CABINS C 2 • • www.tomcathillcabins.com 618-967-2905 MAKANDA INN & COTTAGES B, C 7 www.makandainn.com 618-697-7929 • • WOODLAND CABINS C 4 www.woodlandcabins.net 618-534-3545 • • OAK GROVE CABIN C 3 COBDEN www.oakgrovecabin.com 618-529-3408 • • ROCKY COMFORT CABINS 618-967-7236 BLACK DIAMOND RANCH C 3 www.blackdiamondranch.org 618-833-7629 C 7 • www.rockycomfortcabins.com 618-201-8681 • • WALNUT GROVE CABINS BELL HILL wedding guests only B 4 C 3 www.historicbellhill.com 618-697-0326 • www.walnutgrovecabin.com 618-534-7143 • • BOARS’ NEST B&B 800-440-4489 WOODLAND RETREAT CABINS B 5 C 1 www.boarsnestbb.com 618-833-6100 • • • www.woodlandretreatcabins.com 618-995-2896 • •

2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 61 METROPOLIS (CENTRAL REGION) Where to Stay BAYMONT INN & SUITES H 120 www.baymontinns.com 618-524-5678 • • HARRAH'S METROPOLIS HOTEL H 258 ACCOMMODATIONS www.harrahs.com 618-524-2628 • Accommodation Types: HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS H 75 B = Bed & Breakfasts C = Cabins/Cottages www.hiexpress.com 618-524-8899 • • H = Hotels/Motels L = Lodges V = Vacation Rental THE JONES BUILDING H 4 Symbols: Internet Wheelchair Access www.hiexpress.com 618-522-7253 • Pet Friendly Child Friendly ACCOMMO. TYPE ACCOMMO. # OF UNITS TUB POOL/HOT BREAKFAST KITCHEN QUALITY INN CHOICE HOTELS H 50 MAKANDA (WESTERN REGION) www.motel6.com 618-524-7227 • • WHIPPOORWILL ACRES C 1 RIVERVIEW MANSION B&B www.whippoorwillacres.com 618-893-4570 B 5 • https://riverviewmansion.com 618-524-5328 • • MURPHYSBORO SUPER 8 MOTEL H 63 AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN H 39 www.super8metropolis.com 800-566-9970 • • www.americasbestvalueinn.com 618-687-2244 MOUND CITY HISTORIC HULL HOUSE INN B 1 WALL MANOR www.historichullhouseinn.com 618-305-5625 • www.wallmanor.com 618-742-0018 B 5 • KINKAID LAKE CABINS C 3 OZARK www.kinkaidlakecabins.com 618-687-4621 • • CAMP ONDESSONK C 6 KINKAID LAKE MARINA CABINS 618-687-4914 C 10 • wwww.ondessonk.com 618-695-2489 • • LITTLE RED SHED ULLIN C 1 www.redshedrental.com 618-534-3618 • • AMERICA'S BEST VALUE INN H 40 www.americasbestvalueinn.com 618-845-3700 • • MUDLINE LODGING C 1 www.mudlinelodging.com 618-534-0082 • VIENNA ANDERSON CABIN 618-658-3804 C 1 REECE RIDGE CABINS 618-534-0980 • www.reeceridgecabins.com 618-559-5170 C 1 • • COUNTRY SCHEMES B&B 618-658-9044 618-203-1760 B 3 THE CABIN • C 1 HOTEL 7 INN www.vbro.com/1068926 • • H 42 www.hotel7inn.com 618-658-6300 • • POMONA CORNERSTONE CABINS PERKINS HOUSE INN C 2 H 14 www.CornerStoneCabins.com 618-924-4108 • http://perkinshouseinn.com/ 618-528-9776 • BELKNAP (CENTRAL REGION) CAVE IN ROCK (EASTERN REGION) CAVE IN ROCK STATE PARK LODGE BOONDOCKS CABINS L, C 13 www.crbwinery.org 618-658-2274 C 1 • www.caveinrockkaylors.com 618-289-4545 • BROOKPORT ROCK INN MOTEL H 7 MILL SPRINGS CABINS www.therockinnmotel.com 618-926-6112 C 2 www.millspringscabins.com 618-683-5713 • • EDDYVILLE LAWRENCE MOTEL 618-564-2414 H 12 BEAR BRANCH CABINS C 8 BUNCOMBE www.bearbranch.com 618-672-4249 • HAYES CANYON CABIN HUMMINGBIRD ROAD CABIN C 2 www.hummingbirdroadcabins.com 618-697-0690 C 1 • • www.hayescanyon.com 618-672-4751 • ELDORADO PINNON LAKE CABINS C 2 www.pinnonlakecabins.com 618-614-8095 • • CHOISSER BURNETT HOUSE www.choisserburnetthouse.com 618-939-1277 V 1 • CEDAR SUNSET CABIN www.vrbo.com/404819 618-827-4241 C 1 • • ELIZABETHTOWN ROCK RIDGE ARROWHEAD LODGE 618-287-8574 L 6 • www.rockridgecabin.com 618-833-0788 C 1 • CEDAR HILL RIVER RESORT www.cedarhillriverresort.com 618-287-6001 B 5 TWIN BLUFFS B&B • • B 2 www.twin3b.com 618-658-5600 • HISTORIC ROSE HOTEL B&B B 5 CYPRESS www.historicrosehotel.com 618-287-2872 • ADDS BRANCH LODGE 618-827-3676 C 1 PLEASANT VIEW LODGING • www.pleasantviewlodging.com 618-287-8873 C 2 CREAL SPRINGS • RIVERSIDE LODGING 618-285-6261 C 6 THE RESORT AT EGYPTIAN HILLS V 10 • www.egyptianhillsresort.com 618-364-8088 • GOLCONDA BAY CITY CABIN WAGON CREEK LODGE C 2 • https://www.vrbo.com/901022 618-889-4511 B 2 • www.bacycitystoreandlodgingohioriver.com 618-525-4305 GOREVILLE BARREN CREEK COTTAGES C 3 www.popeco.net/barrencreekcottages 618-683-4004 CEDAR ROCK CABINS • C 4 www.cedarrockcabins.com 618-751-1100 • LAKE GLENDALE STABLES LODGE 618-949-3737 C,L 4 GRAND CHAIN www.lakeglendalestables.com 618-949-3522 • GRAND CHAIN LODGE & CABINS 618-634-9411 L,C 6 LOCK & DAM 51 HOUSES 618-683-6702 C 4 www.grandchainlodge.com 618-745-6226 • •

62 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 2019 ACCOMMODATIONS Where to Stay Accommodation Types: B = Bed & Breakfasts C = Cabins/Cottages JONESBORO H = Hotels/Motels L = Lodges V = Vacation Rental Cave In Rock State Park Symbols: Internet Wheelchair Access 618-289-4325 Trail of Tears State Forest Pet Friendly Child Friendly Village of Cave In Rock 618-833-4910 ACCOMMO. TYPE ACCOMMO. # OF UNITS TUB POOL/HOT BREAKFAST KITCHEN 618-289-3238 GOLCONDA (EASTERN REGION) JUNCTION CREAL SPRINGS MAIN STREET LOFT 618-534-8432 L 1 • Double M Campground Bella T Winery RV Park MICHAEL'S MOTEL 618-275-4440 H 12 618-658-8882 www.michaelsmotel.com 618-683-2424 KARNAK EDDYVILLE PAULINE’S SLEEP OVER 618-683-3804 C 1 • Main Brothers Campground RIVER ROAD CABIN 618-534-8461 Bear Branch Campground 618-634-9311 [email protected] 618-534-0762 C 1 • 618-672-4249 Bell Smith Springs - Redbud LICK CREEK RIVER ROOST LODGING 618-658-2111 www.riverroostlodging.com 618-364-8569 C 1 • Russell Farms Circle B Ranch 618-833-0425 RIVERVIEW MANSION HOTEL 618-672-4748 www.golcondamansion.com 618-683-2196 H 10 • Hayes Canyon Campground MAKANDA 618-672-4751 ROPERS LANDING C 1 • Little Lusk Campground Giant City State Park www.choicehotels.com 618-683-9006 618-672-4303 618-457-4836 S & S LODGE 618-683-6041 C 3 Little Grassy Lake • ELIZABETHTOWN 314-375-6766 SHAWNEE PINES 217-821-7185 C 1 • Austin Acres Camp Outback MCCLURE TOP OF THE HILL LODGING 618-917-8115 C 1 618-287-7454 www.topofthehilllodging.com 618-683-3070 Rest In Peace GOLCONDA 618-747-9344 WILLOWBROOK CABIN RENTAL www.willowbrookcabins.com 618-672-4815 C 4 • Bay Creek Camp METROPOLIS 618-683-5555 THE YELLOW HOUSE Fort Massac State Park C 1 Deer Run Campground www.yellowhousebaycity.com 618-713-3504 • 618-683-8410 618-524-4712 HARRISBURG Hughes Camp MURPHYSBORO THE APARTMENT AT 217 618-683-6608 http://www.atjudyt.com/ 618-499-0069 C 1 • • RV Sites on the Levy Johnson Creek 618-683-2341 618-833-8576 ECONOMY INN & SUITES 618-253-7651 H 46 • Rauchfuss Hill Kinkaid Marina Campground LAFAYETTE INN 618-949-3394 618-687-4914 www.lafayetteinn-il.com 618-252-7599 B 6 • TK Ranch Campground Lake Murphysboro State Park 618-922-3925 618-684-2867 QUALITY INN H 43 Mudline Campsites www.choicehotels.com 618-252-2442 • • GOREVILLE 618-534-0082 SUPER 8 H 37 Ferne Clyffe State Park OLIVE BRANCH www.super8.com 618-253-8081 • 618-995-2411 KARBER’S RIDGE Hilltop Campground Horseshoe Lake Conservation Area State Park HILLTOP HIDEAWAY 618-995-2189 www.hilltophideawaylogcabinresort.com 618-527-6171 C 3 • • Tall Tree Lake 618-776-5689 618-658-9179 RIM ROCK'S DOGWOOD CABINS OZARK C 6 www.rimrocksdogwoodcabins.com 618-264-6036 • GRAND CHAIN Camp Ondessonk 618-695-2489 SHAWNEE FOREST CABINS Ohio River Recreation Area www.shawneeforestcabins.com 618-751-9926 C 6 618-634-9411 • • Riverview Campground RIDGEWAY TIMBER RIDGE OUTPOST & CABINS C 7 618-645-2641 Ridgeway Park www.timberridgeoutpost.com 618-264-9091 • • GRAND TOWER 618-272-8751 ROSICLARE ROSICLARE SHAWNEE HOME PLACE Devil’s Backbone Park www.shawneehomeplace.com 618-313-0203 C 1 • 618-713-0139 Horseshoe Bend Campground 618-285-6953 SHAWNEETOWN HARRISBURG SHAWNEE CHIEF MOTEL 618-269-3193 H 24 Williams Hill Pass SIMPSON 618-252-6978 Bay Creek Ranch & Campground DIXON SPRINGS HEROD 618-695-2670 Campgrounds Dixon Springs State Park VIENNA 618-949-3394 Camp Cadiz Lake Glendale 618-658-2111 Every attempt has been made to verify Cedar Lake Ranch 618-658-2111 Hilltop Hideaway these listings. Please call ahead for 618-695-2600 Lake Glendale Stables & Outfitters 618-527-6171; 618-841-4498 directions and hours of operation. Shawnee Forest Campground 618-949-3737 Garden of the Gods 618-658-0619 618-658-2111 CAIRO CAVE-IN-ROCK Pounds Hollow WOLF LAKE 618-658-2111 Ft. Defiance Camping/RV Park Hog Rock Ranch & Campground LaRue-Pine Hills 618-734-4127 618-289-4724; 1-866-hogrock 618-833-8576 2019 Southernmost Illinois Visitor Guide 63