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Historic National Road
Take a drive-through history as you travel along the first federally-funded road in the entire country.
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Historic National Road Details
Take a drive-through history as you travel along the first federally-funded road in the entire country. Starting in Marshall, you will travel for 164 miles southwest right into the heart of East St. Louis, where you will get a taste of small-town America. The quirky town of Casey is known for its roadside attractions, like the world is largest knitting needle, pitchfork, windchimes, and mailbox. You can also see where Abraham Lincoln made his first political protest (Vandalia) the largest prehistoric settlement in North America (Cahokia Mounds), and a 198-foot cross that can be seen for miles around (Effingham).
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Nearby Parks Around Historic National Road
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Historic National Road
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Eads Bridge
A remarkable testament to engineering innovation and historical significance.
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The Captians' Return
Commemorates the bicentennial of the end of the Lewis and Clark Expedition
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Laclede's Landing
Looking for a picnic spot where history meets riverside charm? Laclede's Landing in St. Louis offers the perfect blend of both, providing a scenic spot to relax and enjoy a meal while soaking in the area's rich past.
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Riverfront Promenade
Pedal your way along the Riverfront Promenade, a stunning 0.75-mile stretch that hugs the Mississippi River at the base of the Gateway Arch.
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Gateway Arch
The Gateway Arch stands as the gleaming symbol of St. Louis, reaching 630 feet into the sky and offering one of the most iconic views in the U.S.
