Illinois - Ohio River Scenic Route - Illinois

Description: The natural features of the Ohio Valley in Illinois represent some of the most dramatic along the entire river. View unique limestone features such as Cave-in-Rock State Park and Garden of the Gods. Visit numerous historic places, including Fort Massac, Underground Railroad sites, and the Buel House, a Trail of Tears designated site. Old Shawneetown, Golconda, and Cairo have numerous historic structures from the 1820's and 1830's. Also, the byway corridor is host to festivals and events that occur year round.

Time to Allow: 8-10 hours

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Reproduced with permission from the National Scenic Byways Online: www.byways.org

"The National Scenic Byways Program recognizes highways that are outstanding examples of our nation's beauty, history, culture, and recreational experience by designating them as All-American Roads and National Scenic Byways. The roads being featured were designated by the Secretary of Transportation from nominations submitted by the states and federal land management agencies. These designations provide a compass for people from all over the world to explore America's treasured open roads."