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Horseshoe Mound Preserve

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Open today at 6:00-19:00
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1679 N Blackjack Rd, Galena, IL 61036, United StatesMap
Phone: +1 815-858-9100
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  • Journey9499020614
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    Nice stop to use up time.

    Is is a wonderful location. As most reviews say, do it as a drive-by or to kill time. The trails offer views as lovely as the top. I would like to return during a solstice.

    Reviewed on Jul 18, 2023
  • rkh32018
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    Interesting Stop

    We were driving past on the way from Chestnut Mountain Resort and decided to stop. It is free, interesting and has a beautiful view. There was some information about the aera, but I wish they would ...

    Reviewed on Aug 18, 2022
  • Taylor B
    Taylor B
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    One of the most scenic properties in northern Illinois

    Located at 1679 North Blackjack Road, off U.S. Highway 20, at the eastern gateway to the historic community of Galena, Horseshoe Mound is one of the most scenic properties in all of northern Illinois....

    Reviewed on Aug 5, 2022
  • Jessi V
    Jessi V
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    Pretty scenery, dull hike

    This was a steep and narrow rode to get to the top. It had beautiful views of land and prairie wildflowers. From the trail you can see the Mississippi River. There was not much shade and not really hi...

    Reviewed on Jul 29, 2022
  • KarenJ106
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    Beautiful views

    This place is so beautiful and peaceful. It has plenty of parking and also accessible parking. There are lots of boards explaining the area, very educational. There are a couple of pathways, one of...

    Reviewed on Apr 20, 2022
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