Travel & Route Directory – Scenic Routes, Historic Journeys, and Travel Guides
Explore a growing directory of historic landmarks, battlefields, scenic routes, parks, museums, river towns, and unique destinations throughout the Midwest. Our directory highlights places we’ve visited along with destinations still on our travel list, making it easy to plan your next adventure. Many listings include links to our travel articles, videos, and historical features, helping you discover the stories behind the places you visit.
Anna-Jonesboro Trail of Tears and Lincoln-Douglas Debate site
Anna–Jonesboro Trail of Tears Historical Marker in Southern Illinois and learn about Cherokee encampments during the harsh winter of 1839.
State Illinois
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite on the Trail of Tears
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite in Kentucky a historic Trail of Tears crossing where thousands of Cherokee crossed the Ohio River in 1838–1839.
State Kentucky
Campground Church
Campground Church in Southern Illinois a certified Trail of Tears site where thousands of Cherokee camped during the winter of 1838–1839. It was a camping ground due to nearby springs. Many died and are buried here.
Tips for Visiting Campground Church
This is still an active church—please be respectful during your visit
The grounds are well cared for—help keep them that way
Parking is limited, so plan accordingly
Take time to read the signage to better understand the site
State Illinois
Cherokee Removal Memorial Park
Cherokee Removal Memorial Park in Tennessee a historic Trail of Tears site at Blythe Ferry. Learn about Cherokee history and explore this meaningful location.
State Tennessee
Dixon Springs State Park
The park is situated on a giant block of sandstone deposited 315 million years ago, which was dropped 500 feet along a fault line that extends northwesterly across Pope County. The resulting rocky scenery gives visitors the chance to explore breathtaking canyons and waterfalls.
State Illinois
Trail of Tears State Forest in Illinois
Trail of Tears State Forest is situated in western Union County, five miles northwest of Jonesboro and 20 miles south of Murphysboro. Just over 5,000 acres are within the state forest. The state forest system in Illinois was established to set aside lands for the growing of timber needed in production of forest products, for watershed protection, and to provide outdoor recreation.
State Illinois
Anna-Jonesboro Trail of Tears and Lincoln-Douglas Debate site
Anna–Jonesboro Trail of Tears Historical Marker in Southern Illinois and learn about Cherokee encampments during the harsh winter of 1839.
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite on the Trail of Tears
Berry’s Ferry and the John Berry Homesite in Kentucky a historic Trail of Tears crossing where thousands of Cherokee crossed the Ohio River in 1838–1839.
Campground Church
Campground Church in Southern Illinois a certified Trail of Tears site where thousands of Cherokee camped during the winter of 1838–1839. It was a camping ground due to nearby springs. Many died and are buried here.
Tips for Visiting Campground Church
This is still an active church—please be respectful during your visit
The grounds are well cared for—help keep them that way
Parking is limited, so plan accordingly
Take time to read the signage to better understand the site
Cherokee Removal Memorial Park
Cherokee Removal Memorial Park in Tennessee a historic Trail of Tears site at Blythe Ferry. Learn about Cherokee history and explore this meaningful location.
Dixon Springs State Park
The park is situated on a giant block of sandstone deposited 315 million years ago, which was dropped 500 feet along a fault line that extends northwesterly across Pope County. The resulting rocky scenery gives visitors the chance to explore breathtaking canyons and waterfalls.
Trail of Tears State Forest in Illinois
Trail of Tears State Forest is situated in western Union County, five miles northwest of Jonesboro and 20 miles south of Murphysboro. Just over 5,000 acres are within the state forest. The state forest system in Illinois was established to set aside lands for the growing of timber needed in production of forest products, for watershed protection, and to provide outdoor recreation.
