MALTA
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Jonamac Orchard and Corn Maze
19412 Shabbona Road
Family activities such as apple picking, challenging corn maze, play area, etc. Offering apples, pumpkins, cider, donuts, pies, and many other goodies. Special events held most weekends from September through October - including a new corn maze each year. 2010 maze is a 100th Year Anniversary celebration for the Boy Scouts of America.
815-825-2158
www.jonamacorchard.com

Lincoln Highway Seedling Mile Marker & Gazebo
21193 Malta Road, Kishwaukee College
Malta, located west of DeKalb, is proud to be the home to the "first seedling mile" on the Lincoln Highway which runs from Times Square, New York to San Francisco, California.
866-455-4249
www.drivelincolnhighway.com


MANTENO
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Camp Shaw
6641 North 6000 West Road
Overnight accommodations, horseback riding, hiking, fishing, cross-country skiing, swimming, hunting, shooting on an archery range, fossil hunting or crossing Rock Creek on a Zip Line.
815-933-3011
www.campshaw.org

Family Tree Nursery
1548 East 1000 North Road
Christmas Tree varieties include Scott Pine, White Pine, Douglas Fir and Norway Spruce.
815-468-8611

Farmers’ Market
Corner of Main & Division, downtown
May - October: Thursdays: 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Manteno Golf Club
7202 North 4000 East Road
18 hole golf course.
815-468-8827

Manteno Antique Mall
35 East Third Avenue
This antique mall features dealers. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m daily.
815-468-0114

Manteno Historical Society Museum
192 West Third Street
The hours are by appointment & open during special events. A one-room schoolhouse and horse-drawn doctor’s buggy were recently restored and added to the museum.
815-468-6629

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MARENGO
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Cody's Farm Market / Autumn Harvest Pumpkin Festival
19502 River Road
Enjoy a day in the country and purchase farm fresh vegetables and fall decor, take the corn maze challenge and shop for antiques, candles, baskets and collectables. Don't miss the annual Pumpkin Festival from late September to October.
www.codysfarm.com

Coral Woods Conservation Site
7400 Somerset Drive
Sugar maple forest provides the sweet sap necessary for the annual maple syrup festival. Magnificent display of spring wildflowers, picnic facilities, trail for hiking and more available.
www.mccdistrict.org

Flatlander Market
125 South State Street
Our shop features specialty foods and cheeses, and Illinois Wine Cellar and an eclectic sandwich menu with classic deli, Panini, and wraps for all palettes. On Fridays, we will feature a performing artist, musicians, vocalist and once a month a massage therapist will melt away those tight muscles while you enjoy music. We also have fresh baked goods and an espresso bar. Monday to Friday, 7am to 8pm. Saturday, 8am to 2pm.
568-352-8815
www.flatlandermarket.com

Marengo Ridge Conservation District Site
3100 North Illinois Route 23
Up to 5 miles of hiking and ski trails pass through evergreen trees mixed with native hardwoods at the popular hiking, cross-country skiing and camping site.
www.mccdistrict.org


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MARSEILLES
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The Cliffs Insane Terrain
2400 East Bluff Street
300 acres of off-road terrain for 4 x 4 excitment.  Trails for the beginner all the way to the advanced rider - woods, creeks, fields and the famous "mud hole".
815-795-5050
www.thecliffsinsaneterrain.com

Illini State Park
2660 East 2350th Road
This 500 acre park has songbirds, waterfowl and water life as well as ball fields, fishing, hiking, biking and more.
815-795-2448

LaSalle Lake State Fish  Wildlife Area
2660 East 2350th Road
2,058 Acre lake with a rocky shoreline. Wildlfe refuge, fishing, bird watching, picnicking, power boating.
815-358-1608

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MCHENRY
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City of McHenry
1257 North Green Street
Enjoy spending a getaway in this city that includes a downtown shopping district with artisans, antiques and other specialty shops, outdoor recreational activities, and special events.
815-385-4300

Downtown McHenry - Riverwalk, Shopping & Dining
Illinois Route 120 at Fox River
Come to downtown McHenry and enjoy the Riverwalk, shopping and dining. Riverside Drive, Green Street and Main Street corridors.

Harbor Lites
1009 West Bay Road
Located on the Chain O’Lakes, with over 65,000 acres of water, offering fishing, boating, swimming and much more. Boat launch, boat rental, campsites and grocery store. Open year-round.
815-344-6938

Harms Farm and Garden Center
4727 West Crystal Lake Road
Visit the petting zoo and take a ride on the Pumpkin X-press. Featuring pumpkins, apples, costumes, crafts, weekend events, flowers, nursery stock, fruit, vegetables, Christmas trees and much more. Open daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
815-385-5385

Historic Old Town Walking Tour
Water Street Area
City of McHenry Landmark Commission self-guided walking tour.
815-363-2100

Moraine Hills State Park
1510 South River Road
More than 10 miles of one-way trails throughout its 2,052 acres of rolling hills make Moraine Hills popular for hikers and bicyclists. Summer: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m daily.
815-385-1624

Pioneer Tree Farm
4614 Pioneer Road
Selling cut-your-own Christmas trees since 1973. Thousands of trees to choose from, including Scotch Pine and Colorado Spruce. Organically grown and pruned by hand. Tractor rides to the trees, plus shaking and baling for free.
815-385-8512
www.pioneertreefarm.com

Prairie Trail Bike Path
From Algonquin to north of Richmond
Bike, hike or skate this 26 mile trail from its beginning in Algonquin to the Wisconsin state line north of Richmond.  Trail passes through several quaint communities and the spectacular Glacial Park.  Mostly paved with some gravel surface.
815-363-6223
www.mccdistrict.org

Stade Dairy Farm
3709 West Miller Road
A producer of milk, vegetables, and grains since 1977. Selling homegrown produce, picked fresh daily. Annual festival, Shades of Autumn, features pumpkins, food, crafts, entertainment, corn maze, pumpkin cannon, wagon rides and more. A true harvest celebration. Farm tours, field trips, etc by appointment.
815-675-6396
www.stadedairyfarm.com

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MENDOTA
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Breaking the Prairie Museum
684 Eighth Street
This agricultural museum honors farm families, their machinery and their livestock.
815-539-3373
www.farmmuseum.info

Hume Carnegie Museum
901 Washington Street
Features Wild Bill Hickok exhibit, extensive photo display of area’s past and memorabilia from throughout the years. Housed in 1904 library building. Saturday and Sunday: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. and by appointment.
815-539-3373

Lake Mendota Park
Illinois Route 251 North
68 acres of lakeside parkland, offering game fishing, pier for handicapped access, picnic areas, shelters, restrooms, volleyball, tennis, playground, baseball, ice fishing, sledding and more. Daily: sunrise to sunset.

Mendota Union Depot Railway Museum
683 Main Street
Features static display of CB&Q Baldwin locomotive #4978, railroad memorabilia, operating HO scale model railroad of Mendota, 1900 telegraph office, all encompassing operating Amtrak station. May - September: Tuesday - Sunday: noon to 5 p.m.; October - April: Saturday and Sunday: noon to 5 p.m.
815-538-3800

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MOMENCE
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B&L Coins
102 North Dixie Highway
This antique mall features dealers. Call ahead for hours.
815-472-3442

Conrad Park Pioneer Cabin
Located on Mill Street Island Park
Visit an authentic cabin built during Momence’s 150th anniversary to honor area’s first settlers. Open June 1-August: Sunday: 2 to 4 p.m. or by appointment.
815-472-6081

Dionne’s Gallery Café
606 North Dixie Highway
Fine Art and French Country Cuisine. Dinner is available Saturday evenings by reservation only. Gallery is open on Friday and Saturdays by appointment.
815-472-6081

Little Red School House
209 Vermont Avenue
Open by appointment only. Originally called the Mount Airy School, the building was moved to its present location in 1983. This 1850s schoolhouse has been restored and contains period memorabilia and artifacts.
815-472-2091

Mary's Berries
9495 East 1500 North Road
Pick your own and farmstand with strawberries, black raspberries, blackberries. Call for appointment.
815-472-6015

Momence Historical House
117 North Dixie Highway
Recreates the period of history from 1870-1900. An 1870s home containing period furnishings and artifact displays. Open in June on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-4 p.m. or by appointment. .
815-472-2670

Momence Railroad Depot Museum
691 North Dixie Highway
This privately owned, 1890’s depot was restored in 2001 and contains photos and artifacts relating to Momence’s railroading history. Open May -September: Saturday: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. or by appointment.
815-472-2255

South Shore Golf Course
1727 North River South Road
18 hole golf course.
815-472-4407

Van Drunen Herb Farms
11341 East State Route 114
Both organic certified and conventionally farmed fruit, vegetables, herbs, grains, dairy, and other ingredients are produced to flavor, enhance and create today's food products.
815-472-0449

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MORRIS
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Downtown Morris Shopping District
Morris
Nostalgic Downtown Morris offers a rich history and continues to be the gathering place year after year for community festivals. Morris offers an authentic Midwestern downtown with a quaint old fashioned appeal and a wealth of unique shops that rival the finest any big city has to offer.
815-941-0245
www.downtownmorris.com

Gebhard Woods State Park
401 Ottawa Street
Dotted with shade trees, this state park stretches along the I & M Canal. Hiking, camping, picnicing and canoeing are offered.
815-942-0796

Goose Lake Prairie State Natural Area
5010 North Jugtown Road
Visit Illinois as it was 150 years ago when prairie covered nearly 60 percent of the state. Big Blue Stem, Native American grass and switch grass thrive here. Picnicing and hiking are offered, and there is a park interpreter on-site.
815-942-2899

Heideck State Fish and Wildlife Area
5010 North Jugtown Road
State hunting, fishing and wildlife refuge. Walleye, highbred and striped bass. Deer hunting also allowed.
815-942-6352

I & M Canal State Trail & Visitors Center
402 Ottawa Street
Enjoy miles of scenic views, historic sites and state parks along this linear recreation path.  Hiking, biking, fishing and cross-country skiing opportunities are available.
815-942-9501

Kayak Morris
110 Pine Street
Unique Rentals & Tours of Kayaks Bikes and Canoes on the Illinois River and the I & M Canal/Towpath. Located right on the Illinois River and I & M Canal/Towpath in Morris, IL.
630-567-4653
www.kayakmorris.com

Morris Antique Emporium
112 West Washington Street
This three-story, multi-dealer mall has furniture, quilts, car memorabilia and linens.
815-941-0200


MORRISON

Annan Grist Mill and Melvern Roller Mill
Lincoln Highway, west edge of Morrison, and Felton & Clover Roads near unincorporated village of Malvern
For some great photo opportunities visit either of these historic grist mills; both located on Rock Creek. Built in 1858, the Annan Grist Mill is a 2 1/2 story structure made completely out of stone, located on Lincoln Highway on the west edge of Morrison. The Malvern Roller Mill, also known as Appel Mill, is a 19th century grist mill located near the unincorporated village of Malvern, IL, on Felton and Clover roads. To the west of the mill building is a circa 1890 Pratt truss bridge. The Malvern Roller Mill was added to the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1995. Both mills are privately owned and not open to the public.

CONstantly Stitching N' More
1360 Lincoln Road
Located in the former Unionville School, we carry over 1,200 bolts of fabric, books, patterns and notions to fit every quilters needs. Classes offered in quilting and basket weaving.
815-772-2833

Covered Bridge
Illinois Route 30 off of Orange Street
Move over Madison County! Whiteside County now has a covered bridge of its own. Located north of Highway 30 off of Orange St., the bridge is part of a newer road to Morrison-Rockwood State Park. Only its size gives it away that the bridge is, in fact, new construction, built in 2001. At 148 feet, the two-span covered bridge is much larger than those you will find elsewhere.
815-772-3757
www.morrisonchamber.com

Morrison Chamber of Commerce
221 West Main Street, historic downtown Morrison
The chamber office is a resource of travel information and Morrison souvenirs.
www.morrisonchamber.com

Rockwood State Park
18750 Lake Road
This picturesque state park featuring beautiful Lake Carlton, a stream-fed reservoir, offers a variety of recreational opportunities such as picnicking, camping, fishing, boating, trails, and an abundance of wildlife.
815-772-4708

Unique Architecture
City of Morrison
The city of Morrison contains many structures and areas, such as our historic downtown and the round barn at the Whiteside County Fairgrounds, that embody a sense of time and place unique to our community. Visit the Morrison Chamber of Commerce at 221 West Main or The Heritage Museum at 202 East Lincoln Highway for more information.
815-772-3757
www.morrisonchamber.com


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MOUNT CARROLL
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Civil War Memorial/Courthouse Square
Illinois Route 78, North of Illinois Route 64
A Lorado Taft sculpture dedicated in 1892 to those from Carroll County in the Civil War. Only statue with an annex. Courthouse with bandshell was built in 1858.
815-244-0221

Ideas N' Designs Antiques
116 West Market Street
Located in an 1850's historic building, we offer antiques, wholesale designer fabrics, and automobilia. We also feature a Victorian Library, English Garden, Mad Hatter Tea Room, and Through the Looking Glass fashions.815-244-7875
www.ideasndesigns.com

Learn Great Foods
203 East Seminary
Culinary adventures in northwest Illinois.  Tour local sustainable farms, participate in hands-on cooking classes with dynamic chefs in the Learn Great Foods kitchen and sit down to gourmet organic dinners.
815-244-5602
www.learngreatfoods.com

Market Street Commons at the Kraft Building
320 North Main Street
"Market Street Commons” is located downtown, in the heart of the Mount Carroll historic district, in the old Kraft Building. This building welcomes visitors & prospective businesses to this unique community where brick streets and country charm create a hometown atmosphere. The Kraft Building recently re-opened following an extensive renovation where it literally rose from the ashes of a fire that damaged it a few years ago. The building houses the community Welcome Center, Community Development organizations, the Chamber of Commerce and offers business friendly office and retail space.
800-244-9594
www.mtcarrollil.org

Misty Hollow Designs
119 West Market Street
Eclectic shop offering art, murals, painted furniture, decor, jewelry and more. We specialize in trash to treasure makeovers!
815-244-1200

Owen P. Miles Museum
107 Broadway
Built in 1873, this house is one of the oldest subtypes of the period under study. Italianate design which predates and postdates Civil War. Call for hours.
815-244-3474

Mt. Carroll Bowling Center
206 North Main Street
Join us for bowling - stay for the fun! Full service bowling center plus cosmic bowling, leagues and restaurant with daily specials. We can also host birthday parties. Party room available for special events. Open Mon-Thurs 11a - 11p; Fri & Sat. 11a - midnight; Sunday 11a - 9p.
815-244-7467
www.mtcarrollbowl.com

Mount Carroll Historic District
Illinois Route 78, North of Illinois Route 64
Registered as a National Historic District, the downtown area features one of the U.S.’s finest collections of 19th–century metal facades, also brick streets. Walking tour brochure available.
815-244-4424
www.mtcarrollil.org

Raven’s Grin Haunted House
411 North Carroll Street
A year-round haunted house in an 1870s Inn; slides, mazes, videos, original bizarre artwork, displays and an occasional sighting of a real ghost. Call for hours or appointment.
815-244-4746
www.hauntedravensgrin.com

Riverview Antiques & Architectural
409 North Main Street
Our second location. Experience the streets of yesteryear in this 1900's car dealership atmosphere.
815-244-7875
www.ideasndesigns.com

Timber Lake Playhouse
8215 Black Oak Road
Timber Lake Playhouse is Illinois’ oldest summer stock theatre. Six productions will be presented. Summer: Tuesday - Sunday. Call ahead for hours.
815-244-2035
www.timberlakeplayhouse.org

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MOUNT MORRIS
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Official Illinois Freedom Bell
Wesley Avenue
A replica of the Liberty Bell, this bell is located in a tower in the town square. Thousands gather annually at 1 p.m. every July 4th around the bell as it is rung in unison with the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia, celebrating America’s freedom.
815-734-6425

White Pines Forest State Park
6712 West Pines Road
Enjoy recreation on 385 acres, much of it forest, with a state park lodge and provisions for tent and trailer camping.
815-946-3717

White Pines Inn & Theatre
6712 West Pines Road
This cozy lodge with rustic cabins makes for a peaceful getaway. Fine dining, dinner theatre and gift shop. March - December: daily.
815-946-3817
www.whitepinesinn.com

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