Find Your Real Getaway in NW Illinois

Find YourReal Getawayin NW Illinois

Escape to NW Illinois

100 miles west of Chicago lie the rolling hills, old growth forests and the pristine rivers in Northwest Illinois. With its quaint cabins and darling bed & breakfasts, it’s the perfect weekend getaway in Illinois. Every mile is steeped in history, surrounded by outdoor beauty and dotted with charming villages.

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Kid-Approved Fun in Lee & Ogle Counties

Bring the kids. We got you covered.

Northwest Illinois isn’t just for leaf peepers and antique hunters. It’s full of experiences that balance learning, laughter, and a healthy dose of the outdoors—perfect for memory-making with the younger generation.

Your next adventure awaits

Whether you’re seeking a day trip or a week-long adventure, discover a region rich in history from a treasure trove of museums to monuments and historic sites. Travel the original Lincoln Highway. Visit our restored prairies, and meet a bison or two. Jump out of a perfectly good airplane. It’s all here…in northwest Illinois.

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20 Jul
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Timber Lake Playhouse
22 Jul
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Timber Lake Playhouse
23 Jul
Farmers Markets

Rock Falls Farmers Market

Rock Falls Farmers Market
23 Jul
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Timber Lake Playhouse
23 Jul
Farmers Markets

Dixon City Market

Dixon Riverfront Plaza
23 Jul
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Timber Lake Playhouse
24 Jul
Festivals & Fairs

Lee County Fair & 4H Show 2025

Lee County 4H Center and Fairgrounds
24 Jul
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Timber Lake Playhouse

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PLAN YOUR TRIP

Ideas and resources to help plan your next real getaway in NW Illinois.