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Apple Canyon Lake

Apple Canyon Lake, Thompson Township, IL , USA

Apple Canyon Lake

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Apple Canyon Lake

Dive into the sparkling waters of Apple Canyon Lake! Picture sun-soaked picnics, playful paddleboarding, and stunning sunset reflections. With scenic hiking trails and cozy cabins, it’s a nature lover’s paradise! Whether you’re casting a line or sipping a cool drink by the shore, this hidden gem in Thompson Township sparkles with fun. Don’t miss it!

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Landmark4.5/5

Apple Canyon Lake Clubhouse

Landmark4.6/5

Apple Canyon Lake Marina

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Apple River, Apple Canyon Lake Marina offers stunning views and a vibrant atmosphere for boating, fishing, and relaxation, making it an iconic destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Outdoor4/5

Nixon Beach

Nestled on Apple Canyon Lake, Nixon Beach offers serene sandy shores and stunning views, making it the perfect escape for relaxation, water activities, and unforgettable sunsets in the heart of Illinois.

Outdoor4.6/5

Apple River Canyon State Park

Apple River Canyon State Park offers stunning vistas, scenic trails, and vibrant fall colors, making it a perfect destination for hiking, fishing, and appreciating nature’s beauty in the serene backdrop of the Apple River.

Landmark4.6/5

Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course

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Canyon Club Bay Marina

Shop5/5

K & S Marine Inc

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Landmark5/5

Apple Canyon Lake Members Pool

Self Care4/5

Firehouse Fitness

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The Cove

Nestled in scenic Apple River, The Cove offers stunning views, a tranquil atmosphere, and captivating outdoor activities, making it a perfect getaway for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

Eat$$$4.6/5

Pro Shop Bar and Grill

Stays

Stay5/5

Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages

Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of Galena, Hawk Valley Retreat & Cottages offers charming accommodations and serene nature trails, making it an ideal escape for relaxation and rejuvenation in a stunning natural setting.

Stay4.7/5

Apple Canyon Lake Campground

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Beautiful Lakehouse with private dock on Apple Canyon Lake!

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Beautiful Apple Canyon Lake Log Cabin in the Woods

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The Lake Place at Apple Canyon Lake

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Amazing Log Cabin with Beautiful Views at Apple Canyon Lake

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Apple Canyon Lake, Game Room, Hot Tub

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Galena Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour of Historic Downtown

Walk through Galena, an unusually intact nineteenth-century town carved into a steep river valley, with a self-guided audio tour that plays automatically as you go. Starting downtown, you’ll follow a scenic route past brick storefronts and terraced hillsides using an app with GPS playback. Along the way, you will pass historic landmarks like the DeSoto House Hotel, the bustling Main Street, and the scenic Galena River waterfront. You will uncover how a booming 1820s lead-mining rush built this city, and how fading industry inadvertently preserved it as an outdoor museum of the Victorian Midwest. Explore at your own pace—pause to browse Main Street's galleries, stop for a coffee, or admire the hillside views. The audio resumes whenever you're ready, so you can move freely without keeping up with a group. This is a self-guided experience (no in-person guide). Download the tour in advance and use it anytime—it works offline and follows your location along the route.

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2 h

Groovy Galena Scavenger Hunt

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

$20.00
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2 h 15 mins

Ugly Sweater Food Tour

We invite you to join us on a holiday themed, festive and fun foodie adventure! This tour is just like our normal food tour, but with a holiday twist! Dig out those ugly Christmas sweaters and get ready to see the Hallmark of the Midwest in a new and foodie way. PLUS, rock out that ugly sweater and you will be in our contest to win a free tour! You will join your festive foodie guide down the famous Main Street of Galena enjoying some of the best food and drinks the town has to offer. Definitely bring an empty stomach and your holiday cheer!

$89.99
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