A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
READ ON!Help get The Forge: Lemont Quarries as the number one aerial adventure park in America for the USA Today 10 Best Readers’ Choice!
If you’ve ever been to The Forge, then you know about the endless views and adventures. For the thrill-seekers you can zipline over the quarry lakes or climb the country’s largest high ropes challenge courses. And if you’re looking for something a little less risky you can bike the trails with friends, explore their events or just enjoy the beautiful nature around you.
Voting is open now until Monday, May 9th at noon. The 10 best winners will be announced on Friday, May 20. Cast your vote here so that we can keep them at the top of the charts!