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. Old Folks Adventures Directory will grow in Historical places and markers that Michael uses to plan our trips. 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.
Café Arazu
17 W Jennings St, Newburgh, Indiana 47630
Enjoying lunch at Café Arazu in historic downtown Newburgh Indiana. A relaxing Ohio River dining stop with outdoor seating, friendly service, and great food along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. Intimate restaurant featuring Middle Eastern fusion fare such as kebabs & chicken shawarma.
Cairo Illinois
399-301 15th St., Cairo, Illinois 62914
Cairo Illinois the historic river town where the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers meet. Discover Civil War history the Trail of Tears Underground Railroad sites abandoned buildings and historic landmarks along the Ohio River Scenic Byway
Campground Church
Listed in Historical place, Native American Heritage Sites, Presbyterian church, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
50 Tunnel Ln, Anna, Illinois 62906
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
Cane Ridge National Wildlife Refuge
Listed in Nature preserve, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
S 1075 W, Owensville, Indiana 47665
As home to the largest nesting colony of the endangered interior Least Tern east of the Mississippi River, this refuge has been recognized as a Globally Important Bird Area and included in the National Audubon Society’s Important Bird Areas in Indiana. With over 380 species of wildlife in our area, early mornings may be your ideal time to see wildlife in and around the river bottoms. This wildlife management property lies off the southwest corner of Duke Energy’s 3,000-acre Gibson Lake west of Princeton, IN.
Cave-in-Rock State Park
1 New State Park Rd, Cave-In-Rock, Illinois 62919
Cave-in-Rock State Park in Southern Illinois along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. Visit the famous cave ferry crossing, scenic views, and hiking trails.
Cherokee Removal Memorial Park
Listed in Memorial park, Native American Heritage Sites, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
6800 Blythe Ferry Ln, Birchwood, Tennessee 37308
Cherokee Removal Memorial Park in Tennessee a historic Trail of Tears site at Blythe Ferry. Learn about Cherokee history and explore this meaningful location.
Civil War Museum of the Western Theater
310 E Broadway St, Bardstown, Kentucky 40004
Civil War Museum of the Western Theater in Bardstown Kentucky. Explore artifacts soldier stories and the history of the Western campaigns.
Columbus-Belmont State Park
350 Park Rd, Columbus, Kentucky 42032
A visit to this park high above the Mississippi, recalls the November 7, 1861 Battle of Belmont. Today, you can still see the massive chain and anchor used by the South to block passage of Union gunboats. Explore the Civil War battle historic earthworks river defenses and Mississippi River history.
Dayton Tn
1475 Market St, Dayton, Tennessee 37321
Explore Dayton Tennessee along the Trail of Tears including historic downtown Blythe Ferry crossing.
Dixon Springs State Park
Listed in Native American Heritage Sites, State Parks, Trail of Tears, Visited by Old Folks Adventures
982 IL. 146, Golconda, Illinois 62938
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.
Café Arazu
Enjoying lunch at Café Arazu in historic downtown Newburgh Indiana. A relaxing Ohio River dining stop with outdoor seating, friendly service, and great food along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. Intimate restaurant featuring Middle Eastern fusion fare such as kebabs & chicken shawarma.
Cairo Illinois
Cairo Illinois the historic river town where the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers meet. Discover Civil War history the Trail of Tears Underground Railroad sites abandoned buildings and historic landmarks along the Ohio River Scenic Byway
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
Cane Ridge National Wildlife Refuge
As home to the largest nesting colony of the endangered interior Least Tern east of the Mississippi River, this refuge has been recognized as a Globally Important Bird Area and included in the National Audubon Society’s Important Bird Areas in Indiana. With over 380 species of wildlife in our area, early mornings may be your ideal time to see wildlife in and around the river bottoms. This wildlife management property lies off the southwest corner of Duke Energy’s 3,000-acre Gibson Lake west of Princeton, IN.
Cave-in-Rock State Park
Cave-in-Rock State Park in Southern Illinois along the Ohio River Scenic Byway. Visit the famous cave ferry crossing, scenic views, and hiking trails.
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.
Civil War Museum of the Western Theater
Civil War Museum of the Western Theater in Bardstown Kentucky. Explore artifacts soldier stories and the history of the Western campaigns.
Columbus-Belmont State Park
A visit to this park high above the Mississippi, recalls the November 7, 1861 Battle of Belmont. Today, you can still see the massive chain and anchor used by the South to block passage of Union gunboats. Explore the Civil War battle historic earthworks river defenses and Mississippi River history.
Dayton Tn
Explore Dayton Tennessee along the Trail of Tears including historic downtown Blythe Ferry crossing.
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.
