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Argyle Lake State Park: An Under the Radar Nature Retreat
Argyle Lake State Park, near Macomb, is a hidden gem of the Illinois State Park System. We took a long weekend trip in 2022 full of hiking, paddling,…
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The Best Beginner Backpacking Near Chicago: Forest Glen Preserve
The Midwest is not known for backpacking, but we found the perfect beginner’s backpacking trip less than 3 hours from Chicago. Forest Glen Preserve near Danville, IL can…
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Camping At Mississippi Palisades State Park: Unveiling The Hidden Treasures
We’ve had several great weekends camping at Mississippi Palisades State Park in Savanna, IL and we’ve enjoyed it immensely every time. We explored the area around the park…
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The Best 15 Things to Do in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
Nestled in Central Illinois, the towns of Bloomington and Normal are full of hidden gems. Blo-No is 2 hours from Chicago, and accessible by Amtrak, making it the…
