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The 11 Best Mexican Restaurants in Illinois!

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Jalapenos, Peru, IL

Jalapenos is a favorite Mexican restaurant for locals and travelers. Located right on the interstate, this authentic Mexican joint offers fresh, delicious dishes and friendly service. Customer…
Jalapenos is a favorite Mexican restaurant for locals and travelers. Located right on the…

Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

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Try your hand at ice climbing

Starved Rock State Park in Oglesby is popular year-round, but during the winter, ice climbers can do their thing in a big way. Yes, a partner is required, but the challenge is so worth it.

Starved Rock State Park in Oglesby is popular year-round, but during the winter, ice climbers can…

The 10 Best Camping Spots in Illinois!

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Starved Rock State Park, Oglesby, IL

Starved Rock State Park is nothing short of a camper’s haven. Located around Oglesby, this gorgeous state park features towering trees, stunning canyons, beautiful waterfalls, and extraordinary…
Starved Rock State Park is nothing short of a camper’s haven. Located around Oglesby, this…

The 9 Best Omelets in Illinois!

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Liberty Family Restaurant, Peru, IL

This family-friendly restaurant is a local favorite because of the friendly owners and staff, excellent food, and decent portion sizes. Customers rave about delicious food from breakfast to dinner.…
This family-friendly restaurant is a local favorite because of the friendly owners and staff,…

The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

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Matthiessen State Park, Utica, IL

Hikers can marvel at unique rock formations and colorful natural wonders at the Matthiessen State Park in Utica. There are five miles of well-surfaced, marked hiking trails over the bluff tops and…
Hikers can marvel at unique rock formations and colorful natural wonders at the Matthiessen State…

Romantic Escapes: Best Resorts for Couples in Illinois

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Starved Rock Lodge & Conference Center, Oglesby, IL

Located in the heart of Starved Rock State Park, this relaxing lodge is the perfect getaway for nature-loving couples. Stay in a lodge room or a rustic log cabin with a fireplace in the woods. They…
Located in the heart of Starved Rock State Park, this relaxing lodge is the perfect getaway for…

Illinois' Best Picnic Spots

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Matthiessen State Park, Oglesby, IL

Picnic in a geological paradise at the Matthiessen State Park. View the beautiful rock formations, abundant wildlife, and unusual vegetation around the park. Picnic tables and shelters, water…
Picnic in a geological paradise at the Matthiessen State Park. View the beautiful rock formations,…

15 Perfect Illinois Getaways

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Kishauwau Country Cabins, Tonica, IL

Experience a rustic cabin getaway just 10 minutes from Starved Rock State Park at the Kishauwau Country Cabins. With 17 cabins scattered throughout 65 acres of nature, this property makes for a…
Experience a rustic cabin getaway just 10 minutes from Starved Rock State Park at the Kishauwau…

The 15 Best Free Things to Do in Illinois

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Starved Rock State Park, Utica, IL

With over 13 miles of hiking trails, Starved Rock State Park is another wonder of nature without any admission fee. The park itself was formed by glaciers and how features steep rock walls, dark…
With over 13 miles of hiking trails, Starved Rock State Park is another wonder of nature without…

Get Set, GO! Illinois' Best Road Races

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Starved Rock Country Marathon, Ottawa, IL

Starved Rock Country Marathon is favorite in central Illinois. The course winds around the scenic Illinois River, through Ottawa neighborhoods, and into Starved Rock State Park. Runners can choose…
Starved Rock Country Marathon is favorite in central Illinois. The course winds around the scenic…
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Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

Try your hand at ice climbing

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

Starved Rock State Park in Oglesby is popular year-round, but during the winter, ice climbers can do their thing in a big way. Yes, a partner is required, but the challenge is so worth it.

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The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

Matthiessen State Park, Utica, IL

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Hikers can marvel at unique rock formations and colorful natural wonders at the Matthiessen State Park in Utica. There are five miles of well-surfaced, marked hiking trails over the bluff tops and… Read More
The 10 Best Camping Spots in Illinois!

Starved Rock State Park, Oglesby, IL

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Starved Rock State Park is nothing short of a camper’s haven. Located around Oglesby, this gorgeous state park features towering trees, stunning canyons, beautiful waterfalls, and extraordinary… Read More
The 10 Best Kid-Friendly Dentists in Illinois!

Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, Peoria Heights, IL

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Parents love Growing Smiles Pediatric Dentistry because of the welcoming, kid-friendly atmosphere and fantastic care provided at this clinic. The doctor and staff members are very friendly, caring,… Read More
The 8 Best Mom and Pop Restaurants in Illinois!

Old Route 66 Family Restaurant, Dwight, IL

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Old Route 66 Family Restaurant isn’t your typical café—this hidden gem offers home-style food in a quaint, retro atmosphere. Their fast, friendly service and generous portions also… Read More
10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

Junction City Shopping Center, Peoria, IL

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All the amenities and conveniences of a modern shopping center with the look of quaint old-world charm. What more could you want? Check out Junction City Shopping Center in Peoria for the best of old… Read More
The 10 Best Garden Centers and Nurseries in Illinois!

Hoerr Nursery, Peoria, IL

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With deep roots in the Peoria area, Hoerr Nursery offers the expertise and quality locals rely on. This family owned and operated nursery features a vast selection of plants and garden supplies along… Read More
The 17 Best Road Races in Illinois!

Starved Rock Country Marathon, Ottawa, IL

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Starved Rock Country Marathon is favorite in central Illinois. The course winds around the scenic Illinois River, through Ottawa neighborhoods, and into Starved Rock State Park. Runners can choose… Read More
The 9 Best Bookstores in Illinois!

The Book Rack Gift Booktique, Peoria, IL

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The Book Rack Gift Booktique has been serving the Peoria area for over 40 years. This cozy used bookstore isn’t glamorous, but it’s the perfect spot to explore and stack up on some… Read More
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Bigfoot Band Camp Music Festival

Bigfoot Band Camp Music Festival
4526 East 1000 Street, Hennepin, IL
About us: Bigfoot Band Camp Music Festival featuring a diverse array of musical styles in an outdoor setting. Bigfoot Band Camp provides musi... Read More

Peru YMCA Skatepark

Peru YMCA Skatepark
1900 Walnut, Peru, IL
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Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort

Grizzly Jack's Grand Bear Resort
2643 IL Route 178, Utica, IL
Nestled in the Starved Rock area of Illinois, Grizzly Jack's is an oasis of relaxation and adventure - a destination where water park fun meets nat... Read More

Princeton Skatepark

Princeton Skatepark
Anderson Street, Princeton, IL
The Princeton Skate Park Committee hosted its first official fundraiser Saturday, June 11, 2005, at Precision Wash in Princeton. An 18-month, $60,0... Read More

Hume-Carnegie Museum

Hume-Carnegie Museum
901 Washington Street, Mendota, IL
The Hume-Carnegie Museum fosters an understanding and appreciation of Mendota and the surrounding communities by collecting and preserving the area... Read More

Union Depot Railroad Museum

Union Depot Railroad Museum
783 Main Street, Mendota, IL
The purpose of the Union Depot Railroad Museum is to preserve and share with others the Mendota area's rich railroad history which includes the CB&... Read More

Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum

Ottawa Historical and Scouting Heritage Museum
1100 Canal Street, Ottawa, IL
About Us:The Ottawa Scouting Museum is located in Ottawa, Illinois. It is a privately owned, not-for-profit organization administered and operated ... Read More

Ottawa Skatepark

Ottawa Skatepark
Canal Street between Jefferson Street and Jackson Street, Ottawa, IL
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Chillicothe Skatepark

Chillicothe Skatepark
434 West Moffitt Street, Chillicothe, IL
SKATE PARK HOURS: Park Open Year Round As Weather Permits Monday - Saturday 8:00 A.M. - 9:00 P.M. Sunday 12:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Chillicothe Sk... Read More
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