In a busy world, you can always find time for yourself in Galena Country. With its timeless brick buildings, meandering streets, and a quiet river running through it all, Galena has a special sort of magic that inspires visitors to slow down. It’s where you want to make time for yourself, whether…
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Sometimes, you just need a getaway. With Galena Country only being a few hours' drive from midwest metropolitan areas, it's the perfect destination to recharge those batteries. We've made planning easy with this 24-hour itinerary. Hit the road... Make your way to Galena Country with an early…
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Galena Country is an area with a rich and storied past, and just like the area it represents, it is full of great stories and colorful characters. While it's many years in the making, our story only gets better with time! We have a history of seeing things others don't. And when you're here, you'll…
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West Street Sculpture Park, Galena Tucked away on two acres of woods and paths, you will find more than a dozen large, welded steel sculptures created by award-winning local artist John Martinson. Sculptures include two 40-foot towers, contemplative artworks, a giant Tinker Toy, unique signs and…
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Once-a-year trips to historic Galena Country are wonderful, but experienced visitors know the fun goes on all year ‘round. From snowshoeing at Casper Bluff Land & Water Reserve in the glistening white winter to watching - or even catching a ride during - the Great Galena Balloon Race at the peak of…
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No matter if you and your friends are the sporting types, revel in an active day of shopping and dining, or prefer more relaxing, good times, Galena Country has just what you need for a fun-filled getaway with your pals. Let’s go! Pedal the Galena River Trail to the base of Chestnut Mountain…
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Follow roads less traveled through the captivating Driftless Area Enjoy the nuances and showstoppers during a leisurely drive where natural and man-made worlds meet. What you’ll encounter - mile after mile - is geologically and aesthetically spectacular. Welcome to the Driftless Region - 20,000…
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The workcation—a getaway from home that mixes livelihood, rest and fun—is a hot vacation trend with prospects for personal and professional rejuvenation. That’s especially true in Galena Country, whose beautiful location inspires and invigorates. Myriad diversions nurture the mind, body, soul and…
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Take a break from the daily stress of balancing work life, home life, and personal "you time" to regain sanity. It's a no-brainer, trade that morning alarm clock for a midweek refresher to Galena Country! Book the perfect getaway with this three-day itinerary. Day 1 Make a pit-stop in Stockton for…
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Credit: @nholland_images “Are we there yet?" The greatest part of a family road trip isn’t arriving at your destination, it’s the little memories made along the way! Gather the gang, get behind the wheel and get to Galena Country! U.S. Highway 20 is an east-west highway that stretches from The…
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