Southern Illinois is home to some of the nation's finest forests, parks and recreation. We have the Shawnee National Forest, Giant City State Park, Garden of the Gods, Bald Knob Cross, Cache River Wetlands, Trail of Tears, Wine Trails and more.  Come relax in the country atmosphere and experience the wildlife right outside your window.

We are just 45 minutes away from the Hurrah's Riverboat Casino in Metropolis, Illinois.  The Area offers hiking, biking, boating, rock climbing, music, wine tasting, antiques, shopping, dining, tours and much more. It's all close by and waiting for you.

Local Vineyards and Wineries

Alto Vineyards
Bella Terra Winery
Blue Sky Vineyards
Cache River Basin Vineyard and Winery
Hedman Orchard & Vineyard
Inheritance Valley
Kite Hill Vineyard
Owl Creek Winery & Vineyard
Pomona Winery
Rustle Hill Winery
Shawnee Hills Wine Trail
StarView Vineyards
Von JaKobs

Tourism Guides and Events

Southern Illinois Tourism Bureau
Union County Chamber Of Commerce
Illinois Department of Natural Resources
Carbondale Now
Union County Conservation Area
Cache River Basin
Southern Illinois Tourism

Cycling

Tunnel Hill Bike Trail
Tunnel Hill State Trail
American Trails
Mississippi River Trail

Baseball

Southern Illinois Miners
Frontier League

Golf

Southern Illinois Golf Trail

Rock Climbing

Vertical Heartland Rock Climbing School

Orchards and Farms

Rendleman Orchards
Flamm Orchards
Hedman Orchard & Vineyard
Darn Hot Peppers

Parks

Giant City State Park
Illinois State Parks and other Natural Areas
Lake Murphysboro State Park

Others

The Egyptian Revival Day Spa & Wellness Center
Mermet Springs - Scuba Diving
General John A. Logan Museum
World Shooting and Recreational Complex, Sparta, IL
World Shooting and Recreational Complex, Sparta, IL - II

 

 

"Come to Me, all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest" Matthew 11:28

 

Today, I have traveled back to my grandparents home!! We have enjoyed our visit in your lovely farm home. Your renovations are just exceptional and it has been fun to see what you have dome to restore the original charm and character of the home and the family history. The hummingbirds on the porch and the deer by the woods have only enhanced our stay.

Your hospitality and welcoming approach has been especially appreciated. Thanks for the memories. We hope to return soon.

Susie & Dick
Terre Haute, IN

 

 

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