Life is a patchwork of experiences
The Garden of the Gods Illinois and Shawnee National Forest provides outdoor recreation, interesting history and beautiful scenery, all of which is within an easy 6 hour drive from 30 cities and towns in the Midwest. After road tripping through the Midwest, I am sharing my list of things to do in Garden of the Gods, Illinois.
Despite having lived in Chicago for many years, it is only as a recent visitor back to the state that I discovered the wooded beauty of the Shawnee National Forest and the Garden of the Gods Illinois. Who knew there was so much scenic wilderness in a state known for growing corn?
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The Ohio River forms the southern boundary of the state of Illinois. It is a source of transportation and recreation. And also a source of food. I had the best freshly caught fried catfish dinner at this floating E-Town Restaurant. And the meal came with a free gorgeous sunset to boot.
Thanks for visiting.
Rose
