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Itineraries & Trails
Driving trails and day-by-day itineraries across Carroll, Lee, Ogle & Whiteside counties.
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Full DayTrailFeaturedPie, Coffee & Country RoadsCarroll County · Lee County · Ogle County · Whiteside CountyEight independent bakeries, coffee shops and an orchard across all four counties: scratch sourdough in Amboy, 140,000 scones in Sterling, a 1942 family bakery in Rock Falls and a fruit-and-honey orchard to finish. One day, four counties, no drive-through.Food LoversFriendsBudget-Friendly
Full DayTrailSmall-Town Antique & Main Street TrailCarroll County · Ogle County · Lee CountyFour main streets, eight shops and a former piano factory with two floors of dealers. Mount Carroll to Polo to Oregon to Dixon, a hunting trip through the region’s best-preserved downtowns, with ice cream halfway and no chain store the entire day.FriendsCouplesBudget-Friendly
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2 DaysItineraryFeaturedA Weekend in SavannaCarroll CountyA cabin above the Mississippi, an old movie house, coffee and books on Main Street, bluff trails, wildlife backwaters, and a choose-your-own lunch crawl, all within a few miles of Savanna.CouplesFriendsOutdoors
2 DaysItineraryPrairies, Palisades & Small-Town BitesLee County · Carroll County · Whiteside CountyCross the region from restored tallgrass prairie to Mississippi River bluffs, using Dixon, Savanna, and Fulton’s independent kitchens as the thread between two very different landscapes.OutdoorsFood LoversFriends
Full DayItinerarySavanna Trail Ride & RefugeCarroll CountyThis NW Illinois day pairs easy, feel-good movement with wildlife-rich scenery and small-town wandering. Start with a downtown reset in Savanna, then cruise a paved stretch of the Great River Trail toward the Upper Mississippi River National Wildlife & Fish Refuge, perfect for slow miles, lookout stops, and big skies. Wrap up with relaxed resort time that keeps you close to the trail and the river energy.FriendsOutdoors
Half DayItinerarySavanna, IL: Unveil the Charm of DowntownCarroll CountyA day trip to Savanna, IL, offers a delightful blend of history, shopping, dining, and entertainment, perfect for those looking to experience the charm of a small-town escape. This adventure starts around 1 PM and ends whenever you're ready to go home at night. From exploring the historic Main Street to ending your night at a lively pub, this is a fun and relaxing way to spend the day out on the town.CouplesFriendsHistory
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