Bald Knob Cross of Peace

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Bald Knob Cross of Peace is a large white cross located in Alto Pass, Illinois, United States. The structure is 111 feet (34 m) tall and is visible, when lit at night, over an area of 7,500 square miles (19,000 km2). The …

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Lincoln Memorial Picnic Grounds

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Lincoln Memorial Picnic Park. is the site of the third in a series of seven Lincoln-Douglas debates.  Currently the picnic area offers three walking loops ranging from .24 – .41 miles.  

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Ponoma Natural Bridge

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  Pomona Natural Bridge is a short hike in Shawnee National Forest. The hiking loop is about 1/2 mile long. This was a fun place to find as our GPS got lost due to the changes in the roads. It …

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