Area Attractions & Recreation

Get wild in nature at Bear Island, a four-tiered observation deck that overlooks Curtis Canyon – a breathtaking 80 foot seasonal waterfall that gives you a real appreciation for nature’s artwork.

Challenge the kids to 18 holes of fun at Canyon Creek Miniature Golf Course.

The stately Hegeler Carus Mansion is an architectural masterpiece and a key to the rich history of the Illinois Valley, the Midwest and the nation.

I&M Canal Visitors Center Lock 16 Cafe' & Gift Shop I&M Canal Boat housed in a restored vintage building was once home to a horse buggy maker and is now a hub for LaSalle Canal Boat rides and activities, visitor information, I&M Canal exhibits, lectures, afternoon teas and cultural programs.

The Illinois River Road National Scenic Byway unites more than 100 nature-based destinations throughout the Illinois River Valley, beginning in Ottawa and ending 140 miles south in Havana. The Byway showcases great places where visitors and residents alike can go to discover and experience the nature of the region.

Offering High Quality
Kayaking Rentals | Guided Kayak Tours | Primitive Camping

All of us in the LaSalle County Tourism Coalition invite you to experience a family vacation destination that was worth waiting for.