3 Great Places To Spend A 3 Day Weekend In Southern Illinois

3 Great Places To Spend A 3 Day Weekend In Southern Illinois Are you getting ready for 3-day weekend this week?  If so, here are some great places in Southern Illinois to spend 3 days exploring the natural side of the Shawnee Hills. 1.  Giant City State Park This 4,000 acre state park is one of the best places to visit in Southern Illinois.  It boasts 7 hiking trails that explore varied areas of the park. Here’s a couple of my favorites: Trillium... Read More

5 Cool Videos of Southern Illinois Waterfalls

5 Cool Videos of Southern Illinois Waterfalls - by Gary Marks Have you ever wondered where are the best places to see waterfalls in Southern Illinois? You’re Not Alone.  Recently we have seen a huge spike in readers interested in those elusive Illinois waterfalls. The waterfalls here in Southern Illinois are only intermittent and do not flow throughout the year. The best times to see these waterfalls are in the spring and late fall when the... Read More