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Historic Route 66
This 425-mile route is the quintessential journey for many road trippers traveling through Illinois.
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Historic Route 66 Details
This 425-mile route is the quintessential journey for many road trippers traveling through Illinois. It was once known as the Main Street of America – so you can guarantee that you will see all the fun, kitschy, and fascinating towns and attractions that you would expect from one of America is most historic highways. Traveling this route from Chicago to St. Louis, Missouri is like taking a step back into time. 1920s-styled motels, restaurants, and gas stations are dotted along the way, as well as several quirky museums and larger-than-life roadside attractions. A few of the biggest highlights include the worlds largest wind farm, the drive-in restaurant that created the corn dog, and even the famous Paul Bunyan statue.
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Nearby Parks Around Historic Route 66
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Historic Route 66
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1.8 mi away
The Constitution Trail
37 miles of this 43-mile outdoor trail system is built over existing railroad tracks that were once used by the Illinois Central Gulf Railroad.
24.9 mi away
Weldon Springs State Park
Weldon Springs forms Weldon Spring Lake in the 550-acre Weldon Springs State Park.
34.5 mi away
Rock Island Trail
This trail traces the route of the former Chicago, Rock Island, and Peoria Railroad that operated for over 130 years.
37.6 mi away
Allerton Natural Area
This 1,500-acre preserve is one of the last three remaining areas in the state with more than 500-acres of the forest.
47.4 mi away
Jubilee College State Park
Located six miles west of Peoria, Illinois, Jubilee College State Park was established in 1933 on 3,200 acres.
