The 2.13-mile nature trail with numerous slopes, winds around the peaceful Arrowhead Lake adjacent to the Campground. The trail is rocked with benches along the route for resting. Walkers and bikers are welcome as well as pets on a leash. Water...
Located in the center of Energy, Bruce Park is a nicely manicured 8-acre park with trees, pavilions, ball diamonds and soccer fields. The park is a great place to take your family on an outing or for your kids to participate in local sports. While...
Solar Eclipse – April 8, 2024
On Monday, April 8, 2024, southern Illinois will witness the second total eclipse of the sun and Blue Sky Vineyard, once again, is located within the path of totality. Did you know that Blue Sky Vineyard was...
Within the Kaskaskia River State Fish & Wildlife Area, there's excellent fishing and migratory bird watching for outdoor enthusiasts. A two-lane boat ramp, camping and picnic facilities are nearby.
Visit the R. Buckminster "Bucky" and Anne Hewlett Fuller Geodesic Dome Home in which they lived while Bucky was a professor at Southern Illinois University in the Design Department. Tours will be hosted Saturday August 19th and Sunday August 20th...
This is an asphalted, 1/2-mile, well-lit path in the center of town. The path is very child friendly and surrounds a playground. Restrooms are available. Parking lot accessible. No pets please.
Cypress Creek includes 15000 acres in the beautiful wetlands in the Cache River Watershed. Which along with the Cache River State Natural Area (Heron Pond and Little Black Slough) has been declared as wetlands of international importance.