Turkey Bluffs State Fish and Wildlife Area is a 2,264 acre natural area located south of Chester. The site offers a picnic area and features scenic overlooks. Visitors can hike, observe wildlife and take advantage of 10 miles of horseback trails. Turkey Bluffs State Fish and Wildlife Area is open for fishing and hunting.
Read moreRandolph County Conservation Area
The Randolph County Conservation Area is located 5 miles northeast of Chester in the rolling hill country of southern Illinois this 1,101-acre area has a 65-acre lake and offers fishing and hunting opportunities, picnicking, and hiking trails through scenic forest stands.
Read morePopeye Statue
This 6 foot statue of Popeye, the famous cartoon character created by Chester native Elzie C. Segar, can be found at near the Welcome Center at Elzie C. Segar at the foot of the Chester Bridge crossing the Mississippi River.
Read moreModoc Rock Shelter
The Modoc Rock Sheleter is a State Historical Site. This overhang under a cliff has been used by Native Americans for nearly 9,000 years.
Read moreMisselhorn Art Gallery
Housed in the old GM&O railroad depot are over 2,000 works of the renown Southern Illinois sketch artist Roscoe Misselhorn who many call the Norman Rockwell of the Midwest. Also feature at the Gallery are exhibits by contemporary artists.
Read morePierre Menard Home State Historic Site
Built in the early 19th century for local fur trader, entrepreneur, and Illinois' first Lt. Governor Pierre Menard. The home is the one of the finest examples of French Colonial architecture in the middle Mississippi River valley.
Read moreMary's River Covered Bridge
Built 1854 to accommodate travelers on the Old Plank Road, this bridge is the only example of a covered bridge left in Southern Illinois.
Read moreKaskaskia River Recreation Area
Kaskaskia River Recreation Area is located at the confluence of the Kaskaskia and Mississippi Rivers. The area offers picnicking, hiking, fishing, boating, and camping. The site is the location of the Kaskaskia Lock and Dam which has a small visitors center and the staff offers tours of the lock and dam.
Read moreKaskaskia Bell State Historic Site
Called the Liberty Bell of the West because it was rung by the town's citizens when George Rogers Clark liberated the town from the British on July 4, 1778.
Read moreImmaculate Conception Church
Current church of the Mission of Immaculate Conception that was built in 1843 and moved to its present location in 1894 because of floods.
Read moreShadrach Bond State Memorial
The grave site of the first Governor of Illinois features a monument provided by the state in 1881.
Read moreFort Kaskaskia State Historic Site
Situated on bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River, this site preserves the remnants of the fort that protected the city that was once the administrative center for the French in the Mississippi Valley. Garrison Hill cemetery is located on the grounds.
Read moreFort de Chartres State Historic Site
Fort de Chartres is a reconstructed 18th century stone fort located near the Mississippi River. The site also includes the original powder magazine, the Piethman Museum, several "ghosted" buildings, and a typical French colonial farm. There are many popular events held throughout the year on the grounds.
Read moreThe Creole House
Owned by the Randolph County Historical Society, this 19th century example of French Creole and American architecture and has been completely restored to reflect life during this period. Open during special events and by appointment.
Read moreCohen Memorial Home
Built in 1855, this antebellum mansion has a spectacular view of the Mississippi River. This ten room, white frame home is now used as a community center and is open to group tours.
Read moreThe Charter Oak School
Owned by the Randolph County Historical Society, the Charter Oak School is one of the few remaining octagonal-shaped, one-room, school buildings in America. Open during the annual Corn Fest in August and by appointment.
Read moreBaldwin Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area
Baldwin Lake is a 2,018-acre power plant water-cooling lake that features excellent fishing and wildlife viewing. The site also features picnicking and primitive camping.
Read moreSainte Genevieve-Modoc Ferry
This ferry about 1 1/2 miles from the Welcome Center in the Historic District of Ste. Genevieve to the Little Rock Landing on the Mississippi River. The Modoc Landing is accessible from IL-3 and IL-155 in Randolph County on the Illinois side.
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