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Visit Northern Illinois during winter and you’ll quickly realize why this picturesque region, forgotten by time, is featured on so many postcards. Indeed, a blanket of snow turns back time in quaint towns like Galena, transforms the waterfalls of Starved Rock into glittering ice sculptures, and creates a 60 mile snowmobile trail through a winter dreamscape.
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Hotels From
$55
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Rural Retreat
Northern (Galena, Elizabeth, Hanover, Scales Mound), Couples/Indulge/Discover/Explore
Galena is the perfect romantic retreat, nestled in the snow-covered hills of Northern Illinois. Spend time at a spa to gear up for a day of shopping on Main Street. Fly down the slopes of a leading Midwest ski resort, or join a bus tour to see over 3,000 eagles soaring in the wild. Tuck in for the night at a comfy bed and breakfast or enjoy the perks of an upscale resort.
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Hotels From
$102
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Snowy Sights
Northern (Utica, Ottawa, LaSalle), Family/Explore/Play
Families will find lots of winter fun in the Starved Rock area of Northern Illinois. Bundle up and take a hike to see sparkling ice falls. Discover one of the world’s largest assemblages of bald eagles as they soar along the Illinois River. Strap on a pair of cross-country skis or get revved for a snowmobile ride. Then again, you could ignore winter altogether and spend your days frolicking at an indoor water park resort.
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