CHICAGO, IL (Chambana Today) – The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Office of Tourism, and the Illinois Department of Natural Resources recently released its annual Illinois Fall Colors Trip Planner.
The Fall Colors Trip Planner is created to make it easy for Illinois residents and visitors to find the best outdoor destinations. It is an important tool for planning fall getaways and it provides several different resources to make sure your fall trip will be unforgettable. Visit breathtaking views across our streets, canopies, and forests.
“From exploring the quaint streets of Galena to ziplining through the stunning canopies of Southern Illinois’ Shawnee National Forest, we encourage travelers to use the Illinois Fall Colors Trip Planner to plan a fall getaway and explore the state during this special season,” said Daniel Thomas, deputy director of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Tourism.
Visitors can also take advantage of the new “Outdoor Adventures in Illinois” guide featuring trails and state parks to visit. Areas include:
- Chicago & Beyond: Explore the Fox River Trail’s scenic 45-mile loop through areas like the Fabyan Forest Preserve or take a hike to St. Louis Canyon in Starved Rock State Park.
- Land of Lincoln: Experience stargazing on the Middle Fork River Forest Preserve’s 24-hour Dark Sky Trail in Penfield or cycle the Constitution Trail, which stretches from Bloomington to Normal, home of Illinois State University.
- Great Rivers Country: Paddle along the Quad Cities Water Trails for views of the Mississippi and Rock rivers or cycle the Grand Illinois Trail through the Apple Canyon State Park.
- Trails to Adventure: Discover the famous hiking and biking trails of the Shawnee National Forest or enjoy a guided kayak tour on the Cache River Trail in Southern Illinois.