Galena, Illinois: Family Fun Awaits

Galena, Illinois is a great family destination. There are wonderful museums, historic sites, unique boutiques and wonderful mom-and-pop shops.

For those families looking for a  resort that pretty much has everything, Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa (www.eagleridge.com; (815) 777-4502) is the way to go. It’s only six miles from the historic town of Galena.

The resort is located on 6,800 acres of beautiful rolling hills, including 63 holes of some of the best golf in the Midwest. There’s also a relaxing spa on premises, several dining options and a newly renovated indoor pool. But that’s not all--there’s hiking, biking, boating, fishing and horseback riding to be enjoyed. If that’s not enough, there’s the Camp Eagle kid’s camp, hot air balloon rides and a general store that has everything you need.

Accommodations include rooms at the Inn, which is in the same building as the spa, restaurants, pool and fitness center. There are also private one-, two- and three-bedroom condos and townhouses. Lastly, there are large three-, four-, five-, six- and eight-bedroom homes. No matter how much room you need for your family, there’s an accommodation suitable for you.

So bring the family and stay for awhile.

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