Lake Hop Adventure in Decatur

from the local experts at Shelby County Office of Tourism & Decatur Area Convention and Visitor Bureaus

Double your fun when you escape to Lake Decatur and Lake Shelbyville - hike, bike, boat, fish, swim, and so much more.

Four breweries, three wineries, a brandy distillery, along with area attractions and restaurants are also here for you to enjoy, or just a great lake view with a picnic!

Day 1:

Decatur

Enjoy a day of checking out amazing Chevys, both old and new at the Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum. After that quench your thirst and your taste buds with a stop at one of our three breweries, Decatur Brew-works, Door 4 Brewing or Golden Fox Brewing. A couple of the breweries have on site food trucks and the other has multiple dinner options within walking distance!

Stay:

Hampton Inn by Hilton - Decatur/Mt. Zion

Dining:

Coney McKane's

Must Visit

Chevrolet Hall of Fame Museum

Opened March 2009, this Museum includes a large collection of some of the finest American made iron (and Fiberglass) from Chevrolet.

Door 4 Brewing Co.

A brewery in Decatur featuring original recipe craft beers and cold-brewed Nitro Coffee roasted on-site.

Golden Fox Brewing

Golden Fox Brewing Started with four signature craft beers. After opening its taproom on December 1, 2018 in Decatur, IL, Golden Fox now has ten beers…

Decatur Brew Works

Decatur Brew Works is the first brewery in Decatur, IL in nearly 100 years. With a passion to bring hand crafted beer to the Central Illinois,…

Day 2:

Decatur

Gear up for a day of fishing on beautiful Lake Decatur, with 32 miles of shoreline. While down at the lakefront be sure to check out our 9/11 memorial made with an actual piece from the 9/11 disaster. Finish with a hearty dinner downtown at Doherty's. Choose from options such as authentic Shepherd's pie and/or Corned Beef & Cabbage or a delish burger!

Must Visit

Doherty's Pub & Pins

A taste of Ireland in downtown Decatur! Event space and bowling alley available!

Lake Decatur

Lake Decatur is a 2,800-acre reservoir located in the city of Decatur, Illinois, east of downtown.

Day 3:

Shelbyville

As you make your way to Shelbyville, enjoy a stop at Willow Ridge, an award winning winery in a picturesque centennial farm setting, one of three wineries in Shelby County. Keep your camera handy -- you might catch an eagle soaring, wildlife surprises and other scenic treats (stunning sunsets) at Lake Shelbyville! 65 miles of trails to hike or bike, and three marinas offer rentals of kayaks, fishing, pontoon and houseboats. Longbranch Grill, located on Main Street, is the perfect lunch or dinner stop, with a full menu and bar service. While downtown, stroll our shops and maybe enjoy a four buck movie at the restored Boarman's Roxy Theater or perhaps relax lakeside and snap that amazing sunset!

Stay:

The Shelby Inn

Other nearby attractions:

General Dacey Trail

Must Visit

General Dacey Trail

Multi-use recreation trail with beautiful scenery.

Lake Shelbyville

Central Illinois lake with over 11,000 water acres and 172 miles of shoreline.

The Shelby Inn

Located in Shelbyville at the south end of the lake. A great place to stay for the night or enjoying year-round recreation facilities at Lake Shelbyville.…

Willow Ridge Vineyards & Winery

Nestled in a rural setting the Tuscan atmosphere invites you to enjoy a glass of wine, visit with friends by the fireplace or relax on the…

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Double your fun when you escape to Lake Decatur and Lake Shelbyville - hike, bike, boat, fish, swim, and so much more.

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Shelbyville

Double your fun when you escape to Lake Decatur and Lake Shelbyville - hike, bike, boat, fish, swim, and so much more.

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Lake Hop Adventure in Decatur Area

Double your fun when you escape to Lake Decatur and Lake Shelbyville - hike, bike, boat, fish, swim, and so much more.

Decatur

Decatur

Shelbyville

Double your fun when you escape to Lake Decatur and Lake Shelbyville - hike, bike, boat, fish, swim, and so much more.

Where to next?

Adventure in the Fox River Valley

Zip, Skip and Sip Your Way Along The Shawnee Hills Wine Trail

DeKalb County is Calling All Couples

Indulge In Effingham

Cache River Wetlands – Illinois’ Hidden Bayou

Share your Moments

#EnjoyIllinois

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