Galena, Illinois City Guide
For over 20 years, Pamela Lanier's Galena, Illinois Travel Guide has been your connection to Galena's tourism community with invaluable details on local attractions, restaurants, shopping, museums, history, outdoor recreation and more.
Galena Outdoor Activities
 Galena and Jo Daviess County will impress golfers with 10 picturesque courses set amidst rolling hills and breathtaking vistas. A handful of the courses also boast a spa, making your golf outing either a romantic outing for two or the perfect opportunity for the gentlemen and ladies to each have the style of relaxation they'd most prefer.
Untouched thousands of years ago by Ice Age glaciers, the rolling hills and sweeping valleys of Jo Daviess County offer plentiful opportunities to explore the great outdoors. From kayak and canoe rides down the Mississippi and Galena Rivers to fishing the backwaters and birding on the bluffs, there's something for everyone seeking to experience the area’s natural beauty. Hop into a hot air balloon for a ride over the hills and valleys, and catch a bird's eye view of a divine landscape. The Annual Great Galena Balloon Race in June and the Galena Halloween Balloon Festival are outstanding opportunities to witness a colorful display of balloons and live the excitement of the celebration with music, food, and activities for all. The Galena Great Outdoors are not just for warm weather recreation, the mountains offer pristine slopes for downhill skiing and the rugged terrain is perfect for cross-country skiing. You may even be able to explore the grounds of your Galena bed and breakfast on cross-country skis and your innkeeper may even have gear available for you to use, so don't forget to ask!
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