A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
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Sometimes, some of the best gifts can’t be wrapped and topped with a bow. This holiday, think outside the gift box and give your loved ones who enjoy creating memories, something they can always look back on and remember.
Check out some awesome places through the Heritage Corridor where you can visit or explore like nowhere else:
The Forge: Lemont Quarries: Lemont, IL
40% Off Climb & Zipline Gift Certificates
Axe Factor Throwing: Plainfield, IL
Skydive Chicago: Ottawa, IL
Raging Waves Waterpark: Yorkville, IL
2022 Season Pass (get season passes for as low as $77.97 now through January 4th)
Haunted Trails: Joliet, IL
Plan ahead and book or reserve your spot for that special person in your life who you know would appreciate something more adventurous.
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