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.
READ ON!They've been around for over 50 years, so you know they're one of Chicago's Best. Home Cut Donuts in Joliet started in 1966, as the three Rushaak brothers (Bill, Bob and Dave) put everything they had - including a no-quit work ethic into their business. In 2000, Jim Rushaak (Bill's son) took over the business with the same determination as his father and uncles.
48 types of donuts are available, and its hard not to get hungry when looking at their menu.
There are two locations, both on Jefferson, that you can visit and enjoy. The main shop is located at 815 W. Jefferson, and the outlet shop is located at 1317 E. Jefferson. We included a map below the video clip.