Illinois & Michigan Canal State Trail

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Popular places to visit

Hegeler Carus Mansion
You can find out about the history of La Salle with a stop at Hegeler Carus Mansion. You can seek out the hiking trails while in the area.

Baker Park
Explore the great outdoors at Baker Park, a lovely green space in Peru. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Matthiessen State Park
Look down the chute of Cascade Falls from a rickety bridge and admire the brilliant hues decorating the canyon’s sandstone walls in this eclectic park.

Starved Rock State Park
The lodge provides a luxurious base from which to explore trails leading to bluffs and canyons of this riverside park. Try ice climbing and eagle spotting in winter.

Buffalo Rock State Park
Adorning the fields and riverbed are five enormous artistic mounds portraying regional animals. Enjoy views of the Illinois River at this undulating park.
Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat
You can find out about the history of La Salle with a trip to Lock 16 Visitor Center & LaSalle Canal Boat. You can seek out the hiking trails in this family-friendly area.
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