Sunday, August 12, 2012

Some Illinois River Towns- Day Ride

In June, I got a chance to get down to the Illinois River and see some of the towns along the way.

It was a beautiful day to get out there and enjoy some great sites.  As always, click on the pics to enlarge.

Met up with the river at Ottawa to see some sites and ride through Starved Rock State Park.

Lincoln Douglass Debate Mural:

Crossing the river, there is an excellent example of a railroad lift bridge.  Viewed here in the up position:

Down by Ogelsby - old school:

Still old school:

Nice ride to the town of Hennepin (the canal was named after it.

Then a great ride south.  Smooth twisting roads with overhanging trees.  Just great.

Some looked so good, just had to turn off.

And, many great views:

So, if you are ever by Lacon, you'll see a pretty cool town.

But don't forget this:

For this or many other made to order meals.  Mmmmm:

 Crossed over:

Tough times.  Lots of this:

Henry is a cool river town:



Caught up with the Hennepin Canal for a great photo op:

Then started away from the river and headed for home.  Saw this great covered bridge outside of Princeton:

With a sign harkening to days of old where bridge fines were levied for too many or too fast cattle:

Great day for a ride.  Perfect weather and plenty of cool things to see.








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