The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

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Sand Ridge State Forest, Forest City, IL

Sand Ridge State Forest is a forest island in the middle of a sea of agriculture. Located just southwest of Peoria, this 7,200-acre forest features miles of unspoiled nature. Hikers can experience…

Sand Ridge State Forest is a forest island in the middle of a sea of agriculture. Located just…

The 9 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Illinois!

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Pekin Gun & Sporting Goods, Pekin, IL

Pekin Gun & Sporting Goods offers the largest gun inventory in the state. Although not the largest sporting gun store in Illinois, they have around 2,500 guns on display to allow customers the…

Pekin Gun & Sporting Goods offers the largest gun inventory in the state. Although not the…

The 7 Best Karaoke Bars in Illinois!

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BG Karaoke Saloon, Bartonville, IL

Known as the best karaoke bar in Central Illinois, BG Karaoke Saloon takes karaoke very seriously. They feature over 100,000 songs and a state-of-the-art sound system. This spot offers karaoke seven…

Known as the best karaoke bar in Central Illinois, BG Karaoke Saloon takes karaoke very seriously.…

Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

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Wildlife Prairie Park, Hanna City, IL

With its many cities, it's easy to forget that Illinois was once pretty wild. This 2,000-acre park is home to bison, bear, elk, wolves and more. There's also a lovely butterfly garden and plenty of…

With its many cities, it's easy to forget that Illinois was once pretty wild. This 2,000-acre park…

The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Illinois!

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Fish House, Peoria, IL

This seafood restaurant and lounge is known for their extensive wine list and fresh seafood menu featuring global flavors. Fish House has been in business nearly four decades and is one of the…

This seafood restaurant and lounge is known for their extensive wine list and fresh seafood menu…

The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Illinois!

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Lick Creek Golf Course, Pekin, IL

Considered one of the best golf courses in Central Illinois, Lick Creek is dedicated to providing the best experience for all golfers. They recently renovated their course by converting all of their…

Considered one of the best golf courses in Central Illinois, Lick Creek is dedicated to providing…

The 13 Best Restaurants in Illinois!

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Khoury’s Cuisine, Peoria, IL

For casual and affordable Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine, check out Khoury’s Cuisine in Peoria. Enjoy large portions of delicious dishes such as the Super Duper Gyro, kibbeh, and garlic…

For casual and affordable Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine, check out Khoury’s Cuisine in…

10 Best Shopping Outlets in Illinois

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Junction City Shopping Center, Peoria, IL

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…

All the amenities and conveniences of a modern shopping center with the look of quaint old-world…

10 Best Vegan Restaurants in Illinois

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Radish Kitchen, Peoria, IL

Everyone in Peoria knows that the Radish Kitchen is the ultimate place to go for amazing vegan food. It offers 100% vegan, plant-based meals as well as grab-and-go meals to make vegan food easier for…

Everyone in Peoria knows that the Radish Kitchen is the ultimate place to go for amazing vegan…

The 6 Best Burgers in Illinois!

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Ulrich’s Rebellion Room, Peoria, IL

This Irish pub is known for serving up delicious, half-pound angus beef burgers with hand-cut fries. With toppings like fresh-cut jalapenos, sautéed mushrooms, and thick-cut bacon, these…

This Irish pub is known for serving up delicious, half-pound angus beef burgers with hand-cut…

Sand Ridge State Forest, Forest City, IL

Featured in The 15 Best Hiking Trails in Illinois!

Sand Ridge State Forest is a forest island in the middle of a sea of agriculture. Located just southwest of Peoria, this 7,200-acre forest features miles of unspoiled nature. Hikers can experience… Read More

Fish House, Peoria, IL

Featured in The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Illinois!

This seafood restaurant and lounge is known for their extensive wine list and fresh seafood menu featuring global flavors. Fish House has been in business nearly four decades and is one of the… Read More

Wildlife Prairie Park, Hanna City, IL

Featured in Editors' Picks: 19 of the Best Things to Do in Illinois!

Khoury’s Cuisine, Peoria, IL

Featured in The 13 Best Restaurants in Illinois!

For casual and affordable Mediterranean and Lebanese cuisine, check out Khoury’s Cuisine in Peoria. Enjoy large portions of delicious dishes such as the Super Duper Gyro, kibbeh, and garlic… Read More

This Irish pub is known for serving up delicious, half-pound angus beef burgers with hand-cut fries. With toppings like fresh-cut jalapenos, sautéed mushrooms, and thick-cut bacon, these… Read More

Corn Stock Theatre, Peoria, IL

Featured in Illinois' 10 Best Live Theater Venues!

Founded in 1954, Corn Stock Theatre was founded by a small group of friends with a love for quality theatre. It was the first outdoor theatre in Central Illinois and hosted many successful… Read More

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