Tag: Jo Daviess County

Miniature golf overlooking the Mississippi River, eight miles southeast of Galena. Adults $6; children 12 and under $5. Group Rates Available Wheelchair Accessible

Create family memories and good times at this family-run Christmas tree Farm. Established in 1978 by Dave Ochs. Cut your own tree and don’t worry about bringing tools. Ochs provides saws, baling, shaking and tie-down services. Enjoy the warming house with fresh garland, wreaths and much more. This is where Read more [...]

Experience the beautiful, scenic outdoors of The Galena Territory atop a horse! The riding center offers knowledgeable staff and well-trained horses in a lovely setting. Attendee Capacity: 20 People Tour Length: 1 Hour Group Rates Available Reservations Required

This reserve is managed by the Jo Daviess Conservation Foundation. It offers hiking trails, bird watching, sightseeing, Native American archaeology and much more on 85 acres of scenic Mississippi River bluffs. Not only does Casper Bluff boast some of the most commanding views of the Mississippi River and its backwater Read more [...]

Hike or bike into Buehler Preserve from downtown Galena and experience the prairie life! Pets welcome. Fishing is allowed. The eastern portion of this preserve contains hilly woodland; the western portion, a flood plain that offers water filtration, flood storage, game and non-game habitat, a prairie restoration, and public open Read more [...]

Explore, hike, bird-watch, picnic and learn about local geology while enjoying the view from atop the mound. Open All Year Pet-Friendly (Photo Credit: Rich Mattas [3 photos])

Acres of rolling farmland hosting 22 different specialty grapes, 60,000 gallons of wine per year, 40 wine varieties, three tasting rooms and thirty plus years later and many cherished friendships, the Lawlors are proud to have created a family legacy… that now spans three generations. This location is also the perfect, Read more [...]

This 260-acre timbered property provides public hunting areas, hiking and nature viewing. The topography of the area is very steep, consisting of unglaciated ridges. The entire hunting area is timbered, with mature oak and hickory, the dominant species. Undergrowth is dense which makes walking difficult. The area is bordered by Read more [...]

230 acres of land for public hunting, hiking, nature viewing and a historic railroad tunnel. While the tunnel itself has been walled off for years now, the entrance and walk along the tracks is beautiful. The trails are mostly either mowed grass or herd path along the way to the Read more [...]

Experience a pampered state of bliss while receiving a massage, facial, manicure, pedicure, or hair service. Full wedding services, too! Open All Year Pet-Friendly Wi-Fi Wheelchair Accessible